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UNESCO Global Citizenship Education (GCED)

Global, Multi-Regional

A strategic education program developing knowledge, skills, values, and behaviors for learners to become responsible global citizens. Uses three learning domains—cognitive, socio-emotional, and behavioral—to foster peace, tolerance, inclusion, and sustainability through project-based learning.

Behavior Goal

Transform learners into active, responsible global citizens who can engage with global challenges, promote peace and tolerance, and contribute to sustainable development.

Implementers & Partners

  • UNESCO
  • National education ministries
  • UN Academic Impact

Donors & Sponsors

  • UNESCO
  • Member states

Key Takeaways

  • 1Aligns with SDG Target 4.7 on education for sustainable development
  • 2Three-domain framework: cognitive, socio-emotional, and behavioral learning
  • 3Project-based learning encourages students as political agents of change
  • 4UNESCO Prize for GCED recognizes exceptional initiatives annually

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