Overview of UNESCO Chair Activities

Sr. No. Suggestions from Ministry of Education, Department of Higher Education List of Activities Tentative Dates
1 Policy Roundtable: Seminars/Conferences on Educational Reforms for the 21st Century Second Edition of International Conference on TVET & Skill Development Theme:
  • Future Skills and Inclusive STEM Pathways
  • Building Inclusive TVET Pathways through AI & Green Skills
  • Sustainable & Gender-Responsive STEM – Role of AI & Green Skills
24 April 2026
Host a roundtable discussion with government officials, educators, and industry leaders to advocate for gender-responsive STEM policies 25 July 2026
2 Joint Research Publications Conduct surveys of women placed in STEM jobs to capture their experiences and document successful case studies
  • Publish two impact studies
3 Public Lecture: UNESCO Chair Commemorative Lecture Series Design and implement a campaign on “Women in STEM” through social media
Conduct awareness seminars across 05 districts of Maharashtra with women in STEM roles sharing their experiences
  • 08 August 2026
  • 12 September 2026
  • 10 October 2026
  • 09 January 2027
  • 13 January 2027