In light of the global shortage of qualified teachers, UNESCO highlighted the crucial role played by the approximately 100 million teachers worldwide at the first World Summit for Teachers, which was co-hosted by Chile. The most critical professional challenges that are putting increasing pressure on this essential profession were discussed.
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“Teachers are the glue that holds our society together, the guardians of peace and the keepers of our collective memory. But today, the teaching profession faces growing threats – from insufficient resources to a loss of vocation – leading to an unprecedented shortage of qualified professionals. In Chile, UNESCO presented heads of state and government with concrete solutions to ensure that the future of teachers remains firmly anchored on the international agenda,” said Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO.
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UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) works worldwide to promote peace and sustainable development through international cooperation in the fields of education, science, culture, and communication. Its work focuses on ensuring the right to quality education for all and advancing the global agenda for sustainable development.
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