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Asia Pacific Inter-Agency TWG on Digital Transformation in Learning and Education

Operating under the Asia-Pacific Network Group on Learning + Education 2030+' structure, the purpose of the Asia Pacific Technical Working Group on Digital Transformation in Education and Learning is to 

  1. Identify and collaborate on key common areas of work and outcomes sought by member organizations,
  2. Co-develop a coherent and cohesive vision and roadmap in the area of digital transformation education and learning, and
  3. Provide all children and youth in the Asia Pacific region with quality digital learning and skilling opportunities.

Main responsibilities and activities

Since its establishment in April 2021, the TWG has mapped different areas of digital transformation within the context of education and learning. This thorough exploration has been conducted with the aim of discerning opportunities for collaboration and synergies, both at regional and national levels. Through the mapping exercise, the TWG has identified the activities undertaken by member organizations, shedding light on key priorities while also revealing areas that remain relatively unaddressed. To facilitate seamless communication and information exchange, the TWG has introduced an internal platform. At present, the group is focused on formulating a shared vision for the digital transformation of education and learning. Key areas of work include school connectivity, child online protection, girls in ICT, data and research, supporting national government plans and strategies, training of trainers, and addressing potential gaps, notably in areas such as digital content development, costing, and financing.

Group members

  1. UNICEF ROSA/South Asia (current co-chair)
  2. ITU Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (current co-chair)
  3. ADB
  4. ChildFund
  5. EdTech Hub
  6. FCDO
  7. GIGA
  8. GSMA
  9. ILO
  10. Save the Children International
  11. UNESCO Bangkok/Asia Pacific
  12. UNICEF EAPRO (East Asia & Pacific)
  13. UNODC
  14. World Bank

Private Sector

  • Amazon
  • CISCO
  • Facebook
  • Google
  • HPE
  • Intel
  • Microsoft
  • Huawei
  • KaiOS Technologies
  • MNOs

Government

  • Government of Telangana, India
  • Government of Bangladesh
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Resources

Co-Chairs of the Working Group

The Technical Working Group (TWG) is co-chaired by UNICEF Regional Office for South Asia (ROSA) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) for the Asia and Pacific region.

For more information

If you have any questions, please contact the TWG on Digital Transformation in Learning and Education Secretariat.

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