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WEBINAR: LEARNING THAT WORKS
The webinar will examine how adult and non-formal education programmes can strengthen practical skills development and vocational pathways for youth and adults. It will focus on how Integrated community programmes for Adult Education, CLCs (Community Learning Centres) and Folk Development Colleges can connect literacy with livelihoods, employability, entrepreneurship and lifelong learning.
- Presenters: Geoffrey Sixbert Nchimbi, Principal, Newala Folk Development College | Mwajuma Mohamed, Lecturer, Institute of Adult Education
- Date: 11 June 2026
- Time: 14:00 -15:30 (SAST) / 12:00 – 13:30 (UTC)
English / French
The Mechanisms of Consolidation of Learning for New Literacy Students
Webinar Description: The skills acquired by newly literate youth and adults can quickly be lost if they are not maintained in a supportive environment. Establishing literate environments and continuous learning programs is therefore essential for consolidating the skills acquired by newly literate individuals. This webinar will highlight concrete experiences from Mali and Côte d'Ivoire regarding strategies, programs, and learning spaces that promote the consolidation of literacy and adult education skills.
- Date: May 13, 2026
- Time: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM (GMT)
Speakers:
- Mr. Diakaridia Diarra, Deputy National Director of Non-Formal Education and National Languages, Mali
- Mr. Amara Kone, Head of the Research and Learning Department, Directorate of Coordination and Monitoring of Literacy Programs (DCSPA), Côte d'Ivoire
Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/f0HihtnCQ1-MQe0L4NJqPA
