First Lady Madam Sajidha Mohamed delivered a compelling address at the opening of the 7th International Teachers' Conference today, held at the Centre for Higher Secondary Education. Themed "Educate, Empower, Elevate: Equitable Education for 21st Century Education Excellence," the conference gathered educators, policymakers, and stakeholders from across the Maldives.
In her speech, the First Lady stressed the importance of inclusive education that serves every child, regardless of background or circumstances. She highlighted the Maldives' longstanding commitment to ensuring equity and inclusion in education, stating, "Ensuring equity and inclusion in education has been the light that illuminates our path."
A central focus of her address was the government's recent pledges to enhance teacher wellbeing. This includes measures such as capping in-school working hours and reducing administrative burdens to allow teachers to focus on their primary role of educating. The First Lady also emphasized the importance of ongoing professional development for teachers, including workshops, refresher courses, and mental health support.
Acknowledging the unique challenges faced by island communities, Madam Sajidha called for innovative, collaborative solutions, particularly through the use of technology to bridge geographical barriers and improve educational access. She also praised teachers in island communities for their roles as both educators and community leaders.
The conference, which aims to advance equitable education in the Maldives, represents a significant step in addressing the challenges of the nation’s education system. The First Lady was presented with a commemorative plaque by the Minister of Education, Dr. Ismail Shafeeu, prior to her speech.
In her speech, the First Lady stressed the importance of inclusive education that serves every child, regardless of background or circumstances. She highlighted the Maldives' longstanding commitment to ensuring equity and inclusion in education, stating, "Ensuring equity and inclusion in education has been the light that illuminates our path."
A central focus of her address was the government's recent pledges to enhance teacher wellbeing. This includes measures such as capping in-school working hours and reducing administrative burdens to allow teachers to focus on their primary role of educating. The First Lady also emphasized the importance of ongoing professional development for teachers, including workshops, refresher courses, and mental health support.
Acknowledging the unique challenges faced by island communities, Madam Sajidha called for innovative, collaborative solutions, particularly through the use of technology to bridge geographical barriers and improve educational access. She also praised teachers in island communities for their roles as both educators and community leaders.
The conference, which aims to advance equitable education in the Maldives, represents a significant step in addressing the challenges of the nation’s education system. The First Lady was presented with a commemorative plaque by the Minister of Education, Dr. Ismail Shafeeu, prior to her speech.
