Dushanbe, 8 July 2025 — STEM forum "Innovating the future"
The conference “Innovating the Future: STEM Education in Tajikistan” at IT Park Dushanbe held on 8 July, 2025 brought together government officials, educators, STEM experts, and international partners to advance competency-based STEM curricula, enhance ICT integration, promote gender equality, and foster collaboration across education and industry sectors.
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The conference brought together government officials, educators, STEM experts, and international partners to advance competency-based STEM curricula, enhance ICT integration, promote gender equality, and foster collaboration across education and industry sectors.
Participants engaged in the STEM Experience Hub, which featured five interactive zones, including hands-on STEM labs, ICT competency sessions for teachers, STEM resources display, and networking spaces. Success stories from teachers piloting new STEM textbooks and teaching methods highlighted progress and practical impact.
The event also underscored the importance of addressing gender gaps and promoting inclusive STEM education to ensure equal opportunities for all learners, particularly young women and girls. Innovative approaches showcased at the conference aim to support groups with less access to opportunities and help build a diverse, future-ready STEM workforce in Tajikistan.
Key discussions emphasized the critical role of modern STEM education in preparing Tajikistan’s youth with 21st-century skills essential for national economic growth and innovation.
This conference underscores UNESCO’s and the EU’s commitment to supporting Tajikistan’s educational reforms and sustainable development goals through quality STEM education.