In a bid to cultivate global citizenship among Pakistani students, the University of Education (UoE) Lahore, hosted the inauguration ceremony of the project titled “Cultivating Global Citizenship: Empowering Teachers to Become Change Makers in Pakistan”. The event, held at the Township Campus, witnessed the esteemed presence of Prof. Dr. Muhammad Alam Saeed, Vice Chancellor of the University of Education, Lahore, as the chief guest.
Led by Professor Meng Tian, Associate Professor of Educational Leadership and Director of Global Engagement at the College of Social Sciences, University of Birmingham, UK, and co-led by Dr. Naima Qureshi, Assistant Professor at the University of Education, Lahore, the project aims to equip teachers with transformative pedagogies to foster global citizenship among students. Project partners include the UoE Lahore, the Ali Institute of Education (AIE) and the Academic Leaders Innovation Forum (ALIF).
Over 60 pre-service and in-service teachers from 15 different universities, along with representatives from public and private schools across Lahore, participated in the inaugural ceremony. The project promises to provide participating educators with the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to instill global citizenship values in their students.
Dr. Naima Qureshi, co-lead of the project, emphasized the significance of empowering teachers as catalysts for change within their communities. She highlighted, “By investing in the professional development of teachers, we are investing in the future of Pakistan.”
Expressing his support for the initiative, Prof. Dr. Alam Saeed, Vice Chancellor of the University of Education, Lahore, extended a warm welcome to the project and acknowledged the need to shape a new generation of global citizens who are not only academically proficient but also socially conscious and ethically responsible. He thanked the University of Birmingham, UK, for their generous funding, which enables the realization of this impactful endeavor.
The inauguration ceremony marked the beginning of a collaborative effort aimed at nurturing a generation of students equipped with the skills and mindset to address global challenges and contribute positively to society, both locally and internationally. Through the collective efforts of educators and institutions, the project aspires to make strides towards a more interconnected and harmonious world.
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