Join us on May 22 for a new edition of Think & Drink at Floky la Loutre (Rue de Carouge 44, Geneva). This time we're zooming in on children education in remote areas. Together, we’ll explore how multilateralism, local agency, and decolonising knowledge can help build more inclusive and just education systems. How can we elevate these voices and ensure that their needs are heard globally?
Education is an universal right but millions of children, particularly in remote and marginalised communities or living with disabilities, still face major barriers to accessing quality education. These challenges are often overlooked in global agendas, raising key questions about inclusion, representation, and local agency.
While international efforts promote universal goals, they can rely on standardised models that ignore diverse local realities. This event invites us to reflect: Who defines quality education? Whose voices are heard? And how can global cooperation truly support — rather than override — local solutions?
We're thrilled to welcome Kirstin Lange, Programme Specialist for Disability Inclusive Humanitarian Action at UNICEF, who will share insights on the challenges and opportunities in inclusive education. Andrew Cunningham, Global Lead for Education at the Aga Khan Foundation, who will offer insights from their programs and expertise in promoting inclusive, quality education in diverse and often remote settings. Rafael Huber, co-founder of Altai Blue Horizon, an NGO focused on enhancing educational opportunities in marginalised contexts, who will contribute to the discussion by highlighting the situation of nomadic children.
Together, we’ll reflect on:
Curious? Join us on Thursday, May 22 from 7 pm to 8:30 pm to be part of the discussion!