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Three Indian cities, namely Warangal in Telangana and Thrissur and Nilambur in Kerala, have been entered into the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities 2022 List, a source of pride For the whole country. These Three Indian Cities are among the 77 big cities from 44 nations accepted in the UNESCO GNLC Lists. The list includes 294 cities worldwide that have received this distinguished honour.
The UNESCO GNLC – Global Network of Learning Cities is an international network of cities that encourage “lifelong learning across their communities,” according to information on the UN Agency’s website. These cities are recognised for sharing ideas, know-how, and best practices to foster lifelong learning in the cities. Other significant cities on the UNESCO GNLC include Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital, Durban, South Africa, and Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, among others.
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- New Delhi, Sep. 6 (PTI) In recognition of their remarkable attempts to make lifelong training a reality for everyone at the local level, Warangal plus two cities from Kerala officially joined in UNESCO GNLC (Global Network of Learning Cities).
- Thrissur, Nilambur, and Warangal in Telangana are a few of the 77 areas from 44 nations that have joined this global organisation’s network.
- With their vast knowledge and commitment to ensuring everyone’s right to an education is realised, the recently recognised UNESCO learning cities are a shining example of this.
- A global network of cities that effectively encourage lifelong learning throughout their communities is known as the UNESCO GNLC.
- According to a statement from the international organisation, it consists of 294 cities worldwide collaborating to exchange ideas, expertise, and best practices.
- The network has expanded to include other cities, including the capital of Ukraine, Kyiv, Durban in South Africa, & Sharjah in the UAE (United Arab Emirates).
Information On The UNESCO Global Network Of Learning Cities
This UNESCO Global Network of Learning Centers seems to be a network of ideas, expertise, and best practices that focuses on global policy. The UNESCO Center for Lifelong Learning is organising it (UIL).
The Network assists its member cities in various ways, including encouraging policy discourse and peer learning, recording successful policies and best practices, forming alliances, developing capacity, and more.
What Is A Learning City?
According to UNESCO, a consistent approach from local councils and the city mayor to support excellent practices and policy measures to promote lifelong learning is required for a city to be accepted into the UNESCO GNLC. A city is designated as a Learning City & accepted into the Global Network, according to the material on the UN Agency’s website; if it encourages:
- A culture of lifelong learning
- Excellence and Quality in Learning
- Inclusive education from primary to higher levels
- Family and community-based education
- The Utilisation of the Latest Learning Technologies
- Workplace learning
Inclusion Of Indian Cities
The first three Indian cities to join the UNESCO of Learning Cities was Nilambur, Thrissur, and Warangal in the state of Telangana. According to UNESCO, the UNESCO of Learning Cities comprises 77 big cities from 44 nations. The other global cities mentioned are Beijing, Hamburg, Athens, Shanghai, Incheon, Bristol, and Dublin.
Kerala's Cultural Centre: Thrissur
Research and academic institutes may be found in Thrissur, which is referred to as Kerala’s cultural centre. It is also widely renowned for its gold-based jewellery sector. As a participant in the UNESCO GNLC, Thrissur aims to advance peer and intellectual learning, emphasising fair access to education for all, elearning ecosystems, and sustainability skills. Among other things, Thrissur checked the boxes outlined by UNESCO for good practices, equity, and inclusion. For instance, the existence of a regional centre for the MSME-Development India Institute in Thrissur provides institutional assistance in fostering entrepreneurship and decent work through upskilling.
Nilambur (Kerala)
In Kerala, Nilambur is a well-known eco-tourism location. A large portion of the local population depends on agriculture and related sectors. Promoting inclusiveness, gender equality, and sustainable development via community ownership will be aided by including Nilambur on this list.
Along with fostering job possibilities in the city and attaining the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations (SDGs).
Through community ownership, Nilambur seeks to advance democracy, gender equality, sustainable development, and inclusion. It aspires to achieve SDG 2 of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (Zero Hunger) and job opportunities.
By fostering capacity-building, guaranteeing equitable opportunity in all fields, and minimising harassment, Nilambur also hopes to become a city that values women. Nilambur wants to work to develop agriculture & handicrafts, develop eco-tourism, and enhance water management as a learning city.
The Tourist Destination Warangal,
The cultural history of Warangal is extensive. With 3.2 million visitors annually, the city seems to be a significant tourist destination. Agriculture, industry, and services make up most of Warangal’s economy.
The city advocates for equity and inclusion. To that end, it has put in place several programmes, including the Women & Child Welfare Policy, the Urban Policy, and the formation of an advisory council to track and assess the effects of initiatives on disadvantaged groups.
More than 125,000 residents who join numerous self-help organisations around the city address issues affecting women, persons with disabilities, and marginalised and vulnerable populations. Additionally, it offers free training to the transgender community, which helps with career chances.
What Qualities Made Warangal, Nilambur And Thrissur Worthy Candidates For The UNESCO Designation?
The UN body looked at several factors before including Warangal within the Global Network of Learning Cities. UNESCO praised Telangana city Warangal, for its exemplary practices in promoting self-help organisations, free learning for the transgender population, and safe surroundings for children and caregivers.
However, the UN cited Nilambur being a land of teak and Thirssur’s activities focusing on vulnerable communities as one of its best practices. The second has been the Thrissur Pooram Festival, a yearly occasion honouring local artistic, musical, folk, and cultural traditions.
