EVENT THEME
Education Africa 2030 and Beyond -
Sustainability and Social Impact in an African Context
Amidst the swift currents of an ever-evolving world, the intrinsic value of education remains steadfast and undeniable. With resolute purpose, the QS Africa Forum 2023 with the theme Education Africa 2030 and Beyond: Sustainability and Social Impact in an African Context aspires to unravel the paramount role of education in cultivating sustainability and propelling social impact within the African landscape. Africa is blessed with abundant natural resources, but it also faces significant environmental challenges such as climate change and resource depletion. By convening educators, policymakers, researchers, and innovators, this distinguished gathering shall serve as an intellectual and practical meeting of minds, fostering profound discourse, and facilitating the exchange of best practices and experiential wisdom. It is intended as an opportunity to explore invaluable insights into educational approaches, strategies and projects that engender sustainable development and catalyse transformative societal change in an African context.
The conference shall illuminate the intricate interplay between education and sustainable development, igniting the spark of inspiration to forge actionable strategies and nurture collaborations that galvanize positive transformations across the continent. Recognizing the profound impact education wields in shaping a sustainable and prosperous Africa, the conference's collective endeavours shall navigate the path towards resilience and environmental harmony. Central to this vision lies the integration of environmental education, climate change awareness, and sustainable practices within the fabric of educational systems. A clarion call to environmental stewardship shall resound throughout, as participants engage in dialogues cantered on the promotion of sustainable lifestyles, entrepreneurship, and transformative projects.
Among the many topics discussed in an educational context, will be innovative teaching methodologies, curricular designs, and the integration of technological and other meaningful solutions, all of which hold the potential to amplify educational outcomes while concurrently nurturing sustainability and engendering social impact. Inclusive and equitable education shall occupy a pivotal space within these deliberations, for it is through education that communities can be emboldened and empowered.
It is crucial to recognize the catalytic potential of QS proprietary and third-party data in driving sustainable change and informed decision-making. The invaluable insights that can be derived from thorough analysis of comprehensive data equip educators, policymakers, and stakeholders with a nuanced comprehension of the intricate challenges and opportunities within the African context. By leveraging the power of data-driven approaches, educational institutions can customize their strategies to effectively tackle relevant issues like access to education, curriculum development, and equitable allocation of resources. Moreover, data-driven decision-making empowers stakeholders to identify and monitor progress, facilitating evidence-based interventions that propel sustainable development and long-lasting social impact.
In conclusion, QS Africa Forum 2023 embodies a resolute call to action, transcending national or cultural boundaries. It beckons us to invest in education as a formidable force, capable of shaping sustainable development and instigating profound social transformation within Africa and beyond. Through collaborative endeavours, visionary thinking, and the illumination of insightful best practices, it is hoped this conference will pave the way towards an educationally empowered Africa, poised to showcase its present and future strengths and successes with unwavering confidence and determination.
ORGANISER
QS Quacquarelli Symonds is the world’s leading provider of services, analytics, and insight to the global higher education sector, whose mission is to enable motivated people anywhere in the world to fulfil their potential through educational achievement, international mobility, and career development.
QS’s international conferences for higher education leaders include Reimagine Education – the world’s leading award program and conference for teaching and learning innovation – EduData Summit – a space uniting the world’s leading practitioners at the intersection of data and education – QS APAC– Asia’s foremost convention for higher education leaders – and a range of subject-focused summits held with QS’s partner universities. If you would like to stay up-to-date with the latest insights and industry intelligence, please register for email alerts and follow QS through LinkedIn, Twitter or Facebook.
HOST
Covenant University is a private Pentecostal Christian University, which has been operating with official status since 2002 in Ota, Nigeria. It is one of the leading universities in Africa founded on Christian mission ethos. It drives a vision to raise a new generation of leaders and reinstate the black race's dignity.
The university has four colleges which include: The College of Business and Social Sciences; the College of Leadership and Development Studies; the College of Engineering, and the College of Science and Technology. Covenant University has had a rapid rise in nearly two decades of its existence. The webometric ranking named Covenant University the best Private University in Nigeria in its 2021 ranking and the second-best university overall.
Mission of Covenant University:
To create knowledge and restore the dignity of the black race via Human Development and Total Man Concept-driven curricula; employing innovative, leading-edge teaching and learning methods, research, and professional services that promote integrated, life-applicable, life-transforming education relevant to Science, Technology, and Human Capacity Building.
Vision of Covenant University:
To be a world-class university committed to raising a new generation of leaders in all fields of human endeavour.