<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Global Schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[Global Schools]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/news</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:06:54 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Teaching for the planet and empowering student-Led climate action in schools.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Written by Abigail Chifusa, GSP Project Officer. On the occasion of Earth Day 2026, under the theme “Our Power, Our Planet,” the role of education in advancing sustainable development remains very important. The Global Schools Program (GSP) continues to support educators in integrating Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) into classrooms, empowering learners to contribute meaningfully to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Across the world, student-led climate action is gaining...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/teaching-for-the-planet-and-empowering-student-led-climate-action-in-schools</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69edf11fdbd6099f74a84d9d</guid><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:13:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2ed9b9_67cc17f6b171499ea0a0fe1eced62f8f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_851,h_773,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SDSN Youth</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Global Schools Program Launches Case Study Guidebook on International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace]]></title><description><![CDATA[New York, New York (April 24, 2026) — The UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network's (SDSN) Global Schools Program is pleased to launch the case-study guide "Practicing Education for Sustainable Development: Case Study Guide for Educators, Volume 3.” The release coincides with the International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace, a United Nations observance that highlights the importance of consultation, inclusion, and solidarity. “This guide brings together the work of...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/global-schools-program-launches-case-study-guidebook-on-international-day-of-multilateralism-and-dip</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e6278d930722cfe916ba1b</guid><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:30:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3e188d_21207c1653eb4d969ca644d5098a412b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_627,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Global Schools Program</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Education through sustainable theatre at Humaira Riaz Schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[Written by Abigail Chifusa, Global Schools Project Officer. Education is changing in many parts of the world, with schools exploring creative ways to help learners understand real-life challenges. At Humaira Riaz School, a community-based Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) school in Heir Village, Lahore, Pakistan, education is being enhanced through an innovative approach known as Education through Sustainable Theatre. Humaira Riaz School serves underprivileged, out-of-school, displaced, and...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/education-through-sustainable-theatre-at-humaira-riaz-schools</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ce56b58b297b54b7358fe3</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:00:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2ed9b9_4eff90e3bf624ff78b67292edc7c41c8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SDSN Youth</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teaching global values through everyday school activities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Written by Abigail Chifusa, Global Schools Project Officer. Education plays an important role in helping young people understand the world and their responsibility in it. Around the world, teachers and school leaders are finding ways to connect classroom learning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). One of these educators is Muhammad Nadeem Akhtar, a Global Schools Advocate and Principal of Central Model School Khanewal in Pakistan. After completing the Global Schools Advocate...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/teaching-global-values-through-everyday-school-activities</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69bd51ab460deabec892f4ff</guid><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:00:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2ed9b9_d7710198df764e5ab4518c96a6d87676~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SDSN Youth</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Student voices for peace at Central Model School Khanewal, Pakistan.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Written by Abigail Chifusa, Global Schools Project Officer. At Central Model School Khanewal in Pakistan, peace is no longer just a word students come across in textbooks, it is something they are now learning to practice, share, and lead.  Muhammad Nadeem Akhtar, a Global Schools advocate and teacher at the school, has played a big role in supporting the institution’s efforts, showing how student voices, especially girls’ leadership, can make a huge impact in shaping global citizenship and...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/student-voices-for-peace-at-central-model-school-khanewal-pakistan</link><guid isPermaLink="false">699963a47f260c376566c5f6</guid><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 08:13:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2ed9b9_1364ea93ae124e6783b4a1627a1f395c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_871,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SDSN Youth</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Global Schools Program Leads Workshop at the International Conference on the Teaching Profession in the Sultanate of Oman ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Author: Global Schools Program Tags: Education, Global Schools Program At the invitation of the Oman Ministry of Education, the Global Schools Program joined the International Conference on the Teaching Profession on February 4-5, 2026.  Held under the theme, “Sustainable Teaching in the Era of AI,” the conference brought together Ministry officials, practitioners, school leaders, and educators from around the world to discuss how AI is currently being integrated into education systems...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/global-schools-program-leads-workshop-at-the-international-conference-on-the-teaching-profession-in</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69948e4ea8ff0d3b097fcf38</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:57:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3e188d_80d4b0da440c44e99a4612c9f7c12a27~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Global Schools Program</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Coding to Climate Action: A School’s Journey in Nurturing Sustainable Innovators]]></title><description><![CDATA[January has been a deeply fulfilling and memorable month for us at Anand Niketan Shilaj Campus . As  educators, there are moments when we pause and reflect: not just on achievements, but on the learning journeys that shape them. This month brought such moments, where innovation, sustainability, and student agency came together in meaningful ways aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals. One of our proudest highlights was watching our Grade 5 and 6 students represent India at the World...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/from-coding-to-climate-action-a-school-s-journey-in-nurturing-sustainable-innovators</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698f6bf7ec9bf7f4acf73712</guid><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:31:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3e188d_38b024f11b3a4f3584d051fb34a85c6a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Global Schools Program</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNESCO Good Practice on SDG4: Global Schools Program]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Global Schools Program was named a global  Good Practice  on UNESCO’s SDG 4 Knowledge Hub. The SDG 4 Knowledge Hub is a one-stop shop combining SDG4 data, research assets, policy documents, and good practices into a single online platform. It is aligned with the mandate of the  SDG4 High-Level Steering Committee to improve data and evidence for education. Congratulations to the entire Global Schools team, Project Officers, partners, donors, Advocates, Mentors, Alumni, and schools. For...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/unesco-good-practice-on-sdg4-global-schools-program</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698e106151a6a74c3cb29934</guid><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:42:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3e188d_b49f1f81c6514bc2961ad5acfc7eb290~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Global Schools Program</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A student-led zero waste journey at Vizyon College Bahcesehir, Türkiye]]></title><description><![CDATA[Written by Abigail Chifusa, Global Schools Project Officer At Vizyon College’s Bahcesehir Campus in Türkiye, students recently participated in a hands-on learning experience that went beyond their usual classroom activities.  Guided by Global Schools Advocate Elis Aydin, the school launched a Zero Waste Project  designed to encourage students to see sustainability as a practical part of everyday life. The project was driven by a commitment to nurture environmentally responsible students,...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/a-student-led-zero-waste-journey-at-vizyon-college-bahcesehir-t%C3%BCrkiye</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69858893323fbfa6001b3fd1</guid><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 05:33:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2ed9b9_39eebad71ec04937a733b777271d4106~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SDSN Youth</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Global Schools, Siemens Energy, and Possible Lab Highlight the Schools for Goal 7 Project at the ECOSOC Partnership Forum]]></title><description><![CDATA[The SDSN’s Global Schools Program and  partners hosted an event at this year’s ECOSOC Partnership Forum on “Schools for Goal 7: Transformative Education for Clean and Accessible Energy for All.” This Forum aimed to unite governments, UN agencies, international organizations, educators, and civil society to highlight impactful partnerships that drive progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As SDG 7 will be formally reviewed during this year’s  UN High-Level Political Forum,...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/global-schools-siemens-energy-and-possible-lab-highlight-the-schools-for-goal-7-project-at-the-eco</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698a2779d471d728ee695758</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 18:37:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3e188d_3e830a7fbfeb4893ac397c880848a9f9~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Global Schools Program</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[PORTFOLIO – Experience as Speakers at the Regeneration 20|30 Forum]]></title><description><![CDATA[On November 28, 2025, at the Triennale Milano , three students from Centro Studi Casnati — Aurora Zanet, Edoardo Gorla, and Lorenzo Bernasco  — represented the only Italian school  invited as speakers to the Youth Forum of  Regeneration 20|30 , an international event dedicated to regenerative models for society and the economy. For Casnati, and in particular for the Casnati for ESD  project, this was a moment of great significance: the students took part in the session that directly...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/portfolio-experience-as-speakers-at-the-regeneration-20-30-forum</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698a241ac54aab42f41c4b9d</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 18:18:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3e188d_8a7fb69844864fc6a1790a4168b1ca53~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Global Schools Program</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schools for Goal 7 To Host Side Event at UN ECOSOC Partnership Forum 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Background: Global Schools is excited to announce the showcase of the Schools for Goal 7  initiative at the 2026 ECOSOC Partnership Forum . The ECOSOC Partnership forum is taking place on January 27th at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. This year's Forum, themed "Transformative, equitable, innovative, and coordinated actions for the 2030 Agenda and its SDGs for a sustainable future for all,"  aims to unite governments, UN agencies, international organizations, educators, and civil...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/schools-for-goal-7-to-host-side-event-at-un-ecosoc-partnership-forum-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69640027768b848d2713932e</guid><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 19:59:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2ed9b9_5896d49206bd4e5cbba52dbd9d924950~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SDSN Youth</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Global Schools, SDSN joins UNESCO Teacher Task Force]]></title><description><![CDATA[SDSN has officially been endorsed as a member of the  International Task Force on Teachers for Education 2030  (TTF), with the Global Schools Program leading the initiative as the focal point for SDSN. The taskforce is a unique partnership of organizations around the world hosted by the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris to advocate for teachers and the teaching profession. This is a unique global alliance working solely on teachers and teacher-related issues, dedicated to " raising awareness,...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/global-schools-sdsn-joins-unesco-teacher-task-force</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695c3d7548ab5c2f457bb8da</guid><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 22:49:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2ed9b9_93e6fa743bd84883842ddfeb93107a4a~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SDSN Youth</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[2025: Global Schools Year in Review]]></title><description><![CDATA[As we close out 2025 and head into 2026, we are reflecting on a remarkable year for the Global Schools Program  and thanking all of our donors, partners, schools, educators, volunteers, and students for engaging with us throughout the year. This past year has been defined by growth, collaboration, and deepened impact. Below are some of the highlights that shaped 2025 and will set the foundation for the year ahead. In 2025, the Global Schools Network continued to expand, welcoming over 350 new...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/2025-global-schools-year-in-review</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695c34f67d25e886c5338348</guid><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 22:24:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2ed9b9_6a37ce6cfa2d4bbba0fabfc2fee2d486~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SDSN Youth</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Global Schools Presents at WISE12]]></title><description><![CDATA[Global Schools recently participated in the World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE)  in Doha, hosted by the Qatar Foundation . This summit brought together global leaders to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and humanity, under the theme of “ Humanity.io : Human Values at the Heart of Education.” Across the panel discussions and workshops during the two day forum, there was a strong focus on how AI is being integrated into education, as well as ensuring that innovation...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/global-schools-presents-at-wise12</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695c335d3015b8c81104d0a3</guid><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 22:01:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2ed9b9_2793dc07a2a54939ac0d059b9dcd8ba0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_708,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SDSN Youth</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrating Our November Advocates OF THE MONTH]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Stacy Nyathi, Global Schools, Communications Project Lead Transformation in the classroom begins with teachers who dare to lead. This month, we are proud to spotlight seven exceptional Global Schools Advocates who have demonstrated remarkable leadership within their school communities. By integrating Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) into their curricula and supporting their peers, these educators are not only teaching sustainability they are empowering the next generation of...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/celebrating-our-november-advocates-of-the-month</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694258731879721f43399ad0</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 07:27:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2ed9b9_91485e163e4e4a60aa57f15a21a3c6eb~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SDSN Youth</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sustainability practices in education: Teachers and administrators perspectives]]></title><description><![CDATA[Written by Abigail Chifusa, Global Schools Project Officer. We live in a world where climate change, waste, and inequality have become everyday challenges, the classroom has emerged as one of the places to build a sustainable future.  A recent study by Sinem Sakine Satıcı, a Global Schools Mentor and postgraduate researcher at Ahmet Yesevi University, looks at how teachers and school administrators in Turkey are trying to make sustainability part of everyday school life and what’s standing in...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/sustainability-practices-in-education-teachers-and-administrators-perspectives</link><guid isPermaLink="false">692c6ef9aa74b8193360e0a8</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 16:29:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2ed9b9_eb5b5e91ed94489bb25dcd594b1bfc99~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_738,h_793,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SDSN Youth</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[HOW Uğur SchoolS' UpodcastJr TURNS LEARNERS INTO SDG LEADERS IN Türkiye ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Global Schools Program consistently champions the idea that Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) is most effective when students are given true agency. This idea has been brought to life through a groundbreaking new initiative in Turkey: UpodcastJR. Launched by Uğur Schools , this program uses a student-run podcast across a network of primary schools to ensure the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are not abstract concepts, but subjects led by the learners themselves. GSP...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/how-u%C4%9Fur-schools-upodcastjr-turns-learners-into-sdg-leaders-in-t%C3%BCrkiye</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6921be2e18f3b71d4fdb2359</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 15:05:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2ed9b9_039b7c1f50ab405eb8eb7c5203eae507~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_873,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SDSN Youth</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[CELEBRATING NOVEMBER MENTORS OF THE MONTH]]></title><description><![CDATA[Written by Stacy Nyathi, Global Schools Project Lead, Communications This month we are spotlighting three incredible mentors who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in their roles. They have been instrumental to their Mentees growth, guiding them through various Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) implementation strategies. Shola Shedrach Faloye is a passionate Global Schools Mentor whose work reflects a deep commitment to transforming education through the lens of...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/celebrating-november-mentors-of-the-month</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691bcb38a2bc92e0d90f5894</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 01:33:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2ed9b9_8c68602aa242491eaccdcc13fa7d2d14~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SDSN Youth</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Integrating Sustainability into STEM Education: A Case Study from Gedik University]]></title><description><![CDATA[Written by Büşra Dursun, Global Schools Advocate. This article is part of the Once An Advocate Always An Advocate Series. On January 9–10, 2025, I participated at the Istanbul Gedik University inaugural National Energy Transition and Sustainability Conference (EDSK’25), a landmark event that united diverse voices in the pursuit of a greener future. The Conference was hosted by Istanbul Gedik University in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources and several universities...]]></description><link>https://www.globalschoolsprogram.org/post/integrating-sustainability-into-stem-education-a-case-study-from-gedik-university</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691abe8bad4cf24b8a7e21bb</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 06:27:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2ed9b9_2a5498c40a8340aa93c02fd1aeed1b72~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SDSN Youth</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>