We bring together our member organisations to discuss and share experiences, good practices and ideas on responding to collective challenges. Together we are building the education unions of the future: mass participation organisations that reflect the diverse interests and identities of their members and offer educators a multitude of ways to engage and contribute.
The online magazine ‘Education Journal’ recently published in its edition 385 a report of Education International’s eighth World Congress in Bangkok by EI Senior Consultant, John Bangs. Education Journal has agreed to its publication for Worlds of Education. It has been slightly edited for EI’s global audience.
“Education International. Eighth World Congress”, by John Bangs.
The global education union federation draws attention to the long-term consequences of the Turkish military action in Syria for students and educators in the region.
Statement | Education International condemns Turkish aggression in Syria
At today’s Fridays For Future march, Education International stood in solidarity with students, unions and other civil society groups to demand immediate action against climate change.
Fridays For Future: Educators join global protest action for climate justice
Education International stands in solidarity with our colleagues, students and all communities impacted by Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas.
The Bahamas: Educators express solidarity with all those affected by Hurricane Dorian
Elections, rousing speeches and great debates on resolutions - these are the highlights of the 8th Education International World Congress.
The 8th EI World Congress in pictures
Saying good-bye to 1400 participants, the last day of World Congress was not easy. Now the numerous plans and policies will be put into action by united and capable education unionists.
Congress ends, but the fight is not over
The torch was passed on the last day of Education International’s 8th World Congress as the new Executive Board was officially welcomed and delegates paid tribute to outgoing members.
Congress welcomes new EI Executive Board
“As we approach the centenary of the birth of Paulo Freire, whose teachings continue to inspire and influence our actions, the Latin American Pedagogical Movement, EILA and its national member organisations embody the collective will to defend education as a social right and a powerful means for the emancipation of...
“Education Unions and the Struggle for Democracy”, by Hugo Yasky.
Today Education International honoured two outstanding activists during its 8th World Congress in Bangkok, Thailand. Curtis Riep received the Albert Shanker Education Award and Jalila al Salman received the Mary Hatwood Futrell Human and Trade Union Rights Award.
EI celebrates education champions