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Education International's 10th World Congress

The EI World Congress is the supreme decision-making body of Education International. The World Congress determines the policies, principles of action, programme and budget of the organisation, and elects the President, Vice Presidents and General Secretary as well as other members of EI’s Executive Board. The World Congress is composed of delegates nominated by and representing its member organisations.

The 10th World Congress will take place in Buenos Aires, Argentina, from 29 July to 2 August, with pre-Congress events on 26, 27, and 28 July.

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  1. Democracy 21 August 2024

    Education Voices | Georgiy Trukhanov, Laureate of the 2024 Fred van Leeuwen Democracy Award

    Georgiy Trukhanov

    At Education International’s 10th World Congress, Georgiy Trukhanov was awarded the 2024 Fred van Leeuwen Democracy Award. In this interview, Georgiy looks back on his experience as a union leader defending democracy in wartime.

    Read more Education Voices | Georgiy Trukhanov, Laureate of the 2024 Fred van Leeuwen Democracy Award
  2. Leading the profession 20 August 2024

    Global union movement rallies in support of the world’s educators

    Teachers and education support personnel are the cornerstone of a sustainable, equitable, peaceful, and democratic future for all communities worldwide. This was the message delivered by top global union leaders at the 10th World Congress of Education International (EI) held in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

    Read more Global union movement rallies in support of the world’s educators
  3. Equity and inclusion 19 August 2024

    Education Voices | Arlene Inouye, Laureate of the 2024 Albert Shanker Education Award

    Arlene Inouye

    At Education International’s 10th World Congress, Arlene Inouye was awarded the 2024 Albert Shanker Education Award. In this article, Arlene looks back on her journey as a union activist, advocating for the rights of Asians and Pacific Islanders in education and society.

    Read more Education Voices | Arlene Inouye, Laureate of the 2024 Albert Shanker Education Award
  4. Leading the profession 19 August 2024

    Celebrating the champions of global education trade unionism

    The 10th World Congress of Education International (EI) honored the Distinguished Associates—those remarkable representatives of member organizations who have significantly propelled the development of EI. This recognition is a testament to the tireless efforts and unwavering dedication of these individuals in asserting their humanist convictions and striving for peace, justice,...

    Read more Celebrating the champions of global education trade unionism
  5. Equity and inclusion 13 August 2024

    Education Voices | Laures Park, Laureate of the 2024 Mary Hatwood Futrell Human and Trade Union Rights Award

    Laures Park

    At Education International’s 10th World Congress, Laures Park was awarded the 2024 Mary Hatwood Futrell Human and Trade Union Rights Award. In this interview, Laures retraces her fight for the rights of Māori people and minority groups in New Zealand.

    Read more Education Voices | Laures Park, Laureate of the 2024 Mary Hatwood Futrell Human and Trade Union Rights Award
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