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in education and literacy developed during Phase I of the project, the first subregional workshop on ICTs and literacy, organized with the UNESCO New Delhi Office, was held with government officials from India and Bangladesh, NGOs, and software engineering firms to define a plan of action.

syllabi and textbooks (Afghanistan); the creation of a nation-wide education management system to increase management effectiveness in post-conflict countries; and awareness-raising of human and indigenous rights through the re-adaptation of syllabi and textbooks in countries with large indigenous populations.

and the implementation of the internationally agreed goals in the field of education; (b) issues relating to sustainable consumption and production and a sustainable lifestyle must be incorporated into official curriculums; (c) “green” building standards must be enhanced, and ecological relations and fuel efficiency standards must be raised; (d) awareness must be raised through the media and non-governmental organizations of the importance of preserving environmental resources and using products and services efficiently.

within health-care facilities.

and eliminating prejudice against indigenous children.

and communications technology in education, the Ceibal plan and related public policies and evaluation; Eugenio Severín, Senior Specialist, Education Division of the Inter-American Development Bank, who discussed the teaching and learning process as a moving target towards ICTs; Didier De Saint Pierre, Civil Engineer in Computer Science at the University of Chile and former Director of the Links Programme at the Technology and Education Centre of the Ministry of Education of Chile, gave a presentation on progress towards a quality education for the 21st century; and Daniela Trucco, Social Affairs Officer, Social Development Division, ECLAC, who gave a presentation on “ICTs for education in Latin America: risks and opportunities”.

concern that a clear prohibition on the use of firearms in military schools may not be in place.

from civil society, are examples of initiatives that will enhance opportunities for the social and economic inclusion of women with disabilities.

but also to reflect on and share their personal experiences in education.

inherent in building a culture of peace into primary and secondary school curricula.

that take into account sustainability considerations and provide a decent life for the population.

major guidelines and allocate 9.5 per cent of GDP to education.

courses for staff of the judicial system, court officers and members of the Bar, law professors and legal services staff.

of Space, Department of Mechanical, Ministry of Chemical Industry, Ministry of Electronics, General Logistics Department of the People's Liberation Army) -- National Bureau JISC industry development strategy professional Committee appointed Mr. Cheng Kin Kwan as executive vice president and honorary Secretary-General whereas the unit under his jurisdiction, Timeless, was given the title “Industry research demonstration base”; Timeless is the only company with such title outside of China.

the right foundation for a road map for the improvement of education in the country and at strengthening cooperation with international institutions and organizations concerned with education.

disparities, such as poverty, ethnicity and disability, up from 58 per cent in 2005.

personal devotional life, evangelism, church reform, and - in Wesley's case - broad social reform.

just over 3,000 returnees continue to be located, while others have joined their relatives in Juba or have been assisted with onward transportation.

the U.S. government’s senior executive service.