The Transforming Education Summit is an interactive platform by the Global Peace Foundation

and partners to bring together stakeholders in education to discuss and come up with ways to improve the quality of education. The platform enables stakeholders to deliberate on education trends and share best practices and recommendations that improve the quality of learning in our schools. The summit assembles partners across multiple sectors and provides guidance and support for educators to transform education by integrating ethics and workplace skills into secondary and tertiary education to raise up the character, creativity, and leadership skills of their students as well as educators.

MC: Ms. Sharon Gitonga, Public Relations, and Communication Expert, Global Promotions Enterprise

9:00 AM-9:10 AM:  Opening Remarks

Mr. Daniel Juma Omondi, Executive Director, Global Peace Foundation Kenya

9:10 AM-9:20 AM: Keynote Speech

Dr. Julius Jwan, Principal Secretary, State Department for Early Learning and Basic Education

(Award H.E Uhuru Kenyatta, C.G.H President and Commander- in-Chief of the Defense Forces of the Republic of Kenya in his bold efforts in transforming Education in Kenya through 100 per cent Transition from Primary to Secondary schools and the rollout of the Competency-Based Curriculum)

Other dignitaries who will be recognized for their efforts in the education sector include:

• Prof.  George Albert Omore Magoha, Cabinet Secretary- Ministry of Education
• Dr. Julius Jwan, Principal Secretary, State Department for Early Learning and Basic Education

9:20 AM-9:50 AM: Presentation on Contribution of the Global Peace Foundation Kenya in Transforming Education

Dr. Tony Devine, Vice President, Education, Global Peace Foundation

9:50 AM-10:20 AM: Oracle Academy Presentation

Mr. Danny Gooris, Director, Oracle Academy EMEA

 

10:20 AM-11:20 AM: Panel Discussion: Policy Frameworks and Curriculum Development

The panelists in this session will discuss and elaborate on concepts of developing viable policy frameworks that fit Kenya’s education curriculum and align with international standards. It will extend further to look at strides that have been made in the sector and necessary reforms that can make our education more competitive.

Moderator: Mr. Frank Otieno, Manager, Newspaper in Education, The Standard Group PLC

• Mrs. Grace Ngugi, Deputy Director, Department of Special Needs, Kenya

Institute of Curriculum Development

• Dr. Philliph M. Mutisya, Ed.D. Professor of Education, North Carolina Central University
• Mr. Otoa Sifuna, International Baccalaureate Teacher at Dar es salaam International Academy Tanzania
• Mr. Mike Mutungi, Founder and CEO, I Choose Life-Africa
• Ms. Martha Odundo, Deputy Director of Education, Office of the Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Education Kenya

11:20 AM-11:40 AM: Tea Break Session

The participants can also network and visit booths available.

11:40: AM-12:40 PM: Role of Non-Governmental Organizations in Aiding Education Transformation

Implementation of education programs in the 21^st century calls for an elaborate and all-inclusive stakeholders’ involvement to achieve the desired outcomes. Across the globe, non-governmental institutions have been the link between government and communities in implementing education policies and transformation. In this session, the panelists will put into perspective the crucial role of NGOs as intermediaries in ensuring access to education, offering capacity building, training the workforce, and opening opportunities in the global market.

Moderator: Ms. Sofina Merinyo, Education Champion, Inspire Teenagers Foundation

• Ms. Ida Nganga, Regional Head, UNESCO Emerging Technologies for Development
• Ms. Ellenah Wangui, Project Manager for Let’s Play and Learn Project, World Vision Kenya
• Deogratius Magero, Youth Empowerment & Employability Advisor, Plan International
• Mr. Suraj Shah, Lead, Regional Centre for Innovative Teaching and Learning, Mastercard Foundation
• Mr. Bharat Tavares, Co-Founder and Director, Tandem

12:40 PM-1:00 PM: Showcasing of Education Transformation Projects

The value of education is better realized when learners are not only able to understand the concept being taught but rather actualize it in the real world. This session offers a platform for learners from primary, high school, and university to showcase unique and exceptional projects they are undertaking which are a vision for transforming education for the future.

1:00 PM-1:45 PM: Lunch Break

1:45 PM-2:00 PM: Presentation of Video Clips

The videos will be specifically for organizations that have supported the summit.

2:00 PM-3:00 PM: Use of Technology in Aligning E-Learning Implementation

Access to quality education needs the full involvement of information technology, creativity, and innovation. Different IT-driven companies and institutions have over the years been at the center of simplifying access to information, developing online content, and offering infrastructural facilities to help achieve educational objectives. The session will break down the involvement and significance of these companies in ensuring standardized education content across learning institutions.

Moderator: Ms. Sheila Waswa, Project Officer, Kilimanjaro Blind Trust Africa

• Ms. Bekere Amassoma, Oracle Academy, Programs Manager, Sub-Saharan Africa
• Mr. Kaitan Mbuya, Ubongo Country Representative, Kenya
• Mr. Snehar Shah, CFA, Chief Executive Officer, Moringa School
• Ms. Faith Gathungu, Chief Executive Officer, Young Engineers Kenya
• Mrs. Jacinta L. Akatsa HSC, Director, Centre for Mathematics, Science and Technology Education in Africa

3:00 PM-3:45 PM: Trends and the Future of Learning and Workforce

The link between academic knowledge and labor force skills has been a greater concern in Kenya. Our 8-4-4 education curriculum did not fully address the desire to ensure that academic excellence and co-curriculum activities are blended to make an all-inclusive learner. This in return has made many employers turn down promising employees or lament over an unskilled labor force. To put this into perspective, the panelists here will address the latest trends in the job market, off-classroom training, employment opportunities, and realignments needed to realize fully skilled youths in the country.

Moderator: Mr. Ed Magema, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Univus

3:45 PM-4:15 PM: Prevention of Election Violence through Peace Education

Kenya is set to hold its general elections on 9th August 2022. The recent campaign period has equally been characterized by hate speech and sometimes violence. The political sphere has been one that is very difficult to navigate, especially for women and the youth. While they may have a lot of ideologies, the instrumentalization of tribal identities and manipulation of ethnic grievances remain the primary basis of political mobilization.

This session will focus on Peace Education as a tool of peacebuilding, preventing election violence, and economic youth empowerment. Youth face significant financial, social, and economic challenges to full participation in the political and electoral processes, including intimidation, harassment, and violence. Additionally, Kenyan youth are seeking greater relevance in the political process for their engagement and future.

Moderator: Ms. Daisy Rono, Project Associate, Global Peace Foundation Kenya

• Ms. Mary Muchai, Co-Founding, Aqua Hub Kenya
• Mr. Albert Migowa, UNESCO Youth Member and Wellness Creator
• Mr. Ian Oparanya, Investment Account at County Pension Fund (CPF)

4:15 PM: 4:45 PM: Accessibility and Inclusion in Education

Despite numerous efforts made in ensuring equal access to education in the country, there is still a big difference in accessing best education practices brought about by poverty, insecurity, infrastructural development, and unfavorable cultural norms. This session will, therefore, give a view of this aspect and how to overcome them to create a conducive equal learning environment.

Moderator: Ms. Faith Chelang’at, Head of Programs, Inuka Foundation for Development

• Ms. Eva Naputuni Nyoike (OGW), Chairperson, Special Needs Education, Kenya Private School Association
• Ms. Suparna Biswas, Executive Director, Kilimanjaro Blind Trust Africa
• Mr. Charles Otine, Innovation Manager, UNICEF Kenya

4:45 PM-5:15 PM: Vote of Thanks and General Acknowledgements

1. Mr. Daniel Juma Omondi, Executive Director, Global Peace Foundation Kenya
2. Amb. Alice Kamunge, Director and Founder Vera Beauty College
3. Dr. Julius Olayo, Human Resource Director, Teachers Service Commission
4. Mr. Emmanuel Manyasa| PhD, Executive Director, Usawa Agenda
5. Prof. Robert Gateru| PhD, Vice Chancellor, Riara University
6. The Very Rev. Prof. Stephen Mbugua Ngari, Vice Chancellor, Catholic University of East Africa

7.  Dr. Stephen Jackson, UN Resident Coordinator

8. H.E Valentin Zellweger- Ambassador of Switzerland to Kenya

9. Ms. Elizabeth Mueni Kimulu, OGW-Director Social Sectors, Presidential Policy

       and Strategy Unit, Executive Office of the President

 10. Mr. Sekoh Nyandiero, Head of NGOs and Embassies at Equity Bank Limited

  5:15 PM-5:30 PM: Awarding Ceremony This will involve awarding of various organizations who are making a huge impact in transforming education