Education Sector Group Presentations Read more about Education Sector Group Presentations Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, technological advances brought by the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) had already disrupted the world of work, leading to the growing demand for new sets of skills and competencies. Consequently, old jobs were being lost, while new jobs were created including new pathways for commercial activities.
9th International Skills Forum: Reimagining Education and Skills Development for a New Normal Read more about 9th International Skills Forum: Reimagining Education and Skills Development for a New Normal The International Skills Forum is ADB’s flagship event in education that is held every two years. In 2021, the 9th International Skills Forum highlighted approaches to: Improving learning for all at scale; Preparing learners with better employability and 21st-century skills; and
Powering a Learning Society During an Age of Disruption - Book Launch Read more about Powering a Learning Society During an Age of Disruption - Book Launch
Distance Learning Reach and Effectiveness in South Asia during School Closures Read more about Distance Learning Reach and Effectiveness in South Asia during School Closures ADB and UNICEF shared their research findings on the reach and effectiveness of distance learning (including high, low & no tech) in South Asia.
National Upskilling through Education Technology: Global Findings from Case Studies Read more about National Upskilling through Education Technology: Global Findings from Case Studies
Mohammed Faiz Shaul Hamid Keywords skills forum 11th skills forum education Read more about Mohammed Faiz Shaul Hamid Faiz Hamid is a Senior Labor Economist (Green Jobs) at the Asian Development Bank. He steers ADB initiatives on skills, education, TVET modernization, and job creation to support the low-carbon transition across the Asia–Pacific region. Faiz designs projects and technical-assistance programs that help governments craft workforce-development plans and roadmaps that unlock employment.
Albert Park Keywords economics skills forum 11th skills forum education Read more about Albert Park Albert F. Park is the chief spokesperson for ADB on economic and development trends. He leads the Economic Research and Development Impact Department (ERDI) in the production of ADB’s flagship knowledge products and support for regional cooperation fora.
Special Olympics: A Global Movement for Inclusive Human Capital Read more about Special Olympics: A Global Movement for Inclusive Human Capital This presentation discusses the importance of adolescent health, mental health, and sexual and reproductive health education, emphasizing integrated approaches and investments to improve outcomes and long-term benefits.
Building a Mentally Healthier Philippines: The Role of the MHYH PH’s Mental Health Initiatives in Shaping Healthy, Resilient Learners Read more about Building a Mentally Healthier Philippines: The Role of the MHYH PH’s Mental Health Initiatives in Shaping Healthy, Resilient Learners This presentation highlights the mental health initiatives, findings, and youth engagement efforts by the Philippine government and organizations to promote mental well-being among Filipino youth.
Spotlight on Addressing Mental Health Through Education Read more about Spotlight on Addressing Mental Health Through Education This presentation promotes inclusive education and human capital development through the Special Olympics movement and the 11th ADB International Education Skills Forum.