Karachi, In a notable event that captivated cricket enthusiasts, Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tesori attended the final match of the Sindh Premier League at National Stadium Karachi. The presence of the Governor was met with enthusiastic reception from fans, underscoring the significant public interest in the tournament. Additionally, Governor Tesori took part in a lucky draw, announcing winners of several coveted prizes, including laptops, motorbikes, and Umrah tickets.
According to Sindh Governor House, the Sindh Premier League final not only showcased the sporting talent within the region but also served as an occasion for community engagement through the distribution of valuable prizes. The gesture of giving away prizes such as Umrah tickets highlights the event’s broader cultural and spiritual significance to the local community.
The Sindh Premier League, with the support of figures like Governor Tesori, has cemented its place as a significant event in Karachi’s sporting calendar, offering a platform for local talent to shine and for the community to come together in celebration of cricket.
Abu Dhabi, The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in partnership with the United Arab Emirates, is set to organize the World Conference on Culture and Arts Education from February 13 to 15, 2024. This landmark event aims to adopt a new “Framework on Culture and Arts Education,” designed to enhance the integration of culture and arts within educational systems globally. The conference will convene Education and Culture Ministers from UNESCO’s 194 Member States, alongside representatives from UN agencies, international organizations, NGOs, academia, and the private sector.
According to United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, this conference will build upon the foundations laid by the 2006 Lisbon Conference and the 2010 Seoul Conference, updating global frameworks to address contemporary challenges including the evolution of digital tools and artificial intelligence. The initiative reflects a comprehensive effort to update educational strategies, supporting investments that cultivate cultural and artistic competencies for the modern era.
Participants at the conference will engage in discussions across seven thematic ministerial panels and 17 side events, exploring a wide range of topics pertinent to culture and arts education. These include equitable access to education, the role of digital technologies and AI, and the importance of partnerships and financing in promoting cultural education. The program also emphasizes the significance of creating diverse and inclusive learning environments that extend beyond traditional classrooms to include cultural institutions such as museums and heritage sites.
The new UNESCO framework advocates for a holistic approach to culture and arts education, highlighting governance, learning environments, experiences, and the pivotal role of teachers and digital innovation. It also underscores the value of international collaboration in fostering cultural exchange and professional mobility within the creative sector.
In addition to the conference proceedings, journalists and attendees are invited to participate in a cultural visit on February 16 to Abu Dhabi’s historic Al Hosn site, offering an opportunity to engage directly with the emirate’s rich cultural heritage and contemporary artistic initiatives.
The World Conference on Culture and Arts Education represents a critical opportunity for global leaders and stakeholders to recommit to the integration of culture and arts in education, setting a path toward more resilient, just, and sustainable futures through cultural learning and artistic expression.