International Day of Education 2026

What is this project about?

On 24 January, Unesco marks the International Day of Education 2026 under the theme "The power of youth in co-creating education". So let's reflect on this key question: "If you were Minister of Education for a day, what would be the first change you would make?" You can post your answer on this padlet: https://padlet.com/PROFAV/join-the-international-day-of-education-2026-if-you-were-min-3zpnl1z01sjpl3gq #EducationDay

Age group: Under 6, 6-8, 9-12, 13-15, 16-18, 18+
Project Duration: 4 weeks
Language: English

This project contributes to the following global goals

Learning Outcomes

Promoting peace, collaboration and global citizenship.
Lifelong learning and skill development.
Enhancing digital literacy.
Improving critical analysis and problem-solving.
Recognizing education as a fundamental human right.

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Skills to develop

Intercultural Communication

Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving

Global Awareness

Collaboration & Teamwork

Collaboration

Project Timeline

Week 1

Presentation

Phase:Presentation & Dissemination

Teachers introduce the project to their students.
Teachers and students populate the specific padlet till January 2026 (https://padlet.com/PROFAV/join-the-international-day-of-education-2026-if-you-were-min-3zpnl1z01sjpl3gq) in order to celebrate International Education Day.
Teachers and students reflect on all the materials posted by the other collaborating schools.

Week 1

Presentation

Phase:Presentation & Dissemination

Teachers introduce the project to their students.
Teachers and students populate the specific padlet till January 2026 (https://padlet.com/PROFAV/join-the-international-day-of-education-2026-if-you-were-min-3zpnl1z01sjpl3gq) in order to celebrate International Education Day.
Teachers and students reflect on all the materials posted by the other collaborating schools.

What participants say

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India

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Italy