Glasgow City Awarded International Accolade For Lifelong Learning

Study in UK: Glasgow City, which is home to the University of Strathclyde, is known for its commitment to lifelong learning for personal and professional growth. All citizens here embrace continuous learning throughout their lives.

For outstanding achievements in lifelong learning, Glasgow has been recognized as a UNESCO Learning City. The award was announced at the Sixth International Conference on Learning Cities (ICLC 6) in Jubail, Saudi Arabia. The city was awarded alongside nine other world cities.

On behalf of the Lord Provost and Glasgow City, Professor Scott MacGregor, Vice Principal of the University of Strathclyde and chair of Glasgow Economic Leadership (GEL) Higher & Further Education work stream accepted this award.

While commenting on the award, he said, “Lifelong learning is at the heart of education and learning in Glasgow. Schools, colleges, universities and community-based learning is thriving in Glasgow, creating opportunities for individuals and communities. This UNESCO Learning City award is testament to the power of partnership working in Glasgow in this vital endeavour."

“We do this not only through initiatives such as our schools outreach programme Young Strathclyder, the Scottish Space School and our Age-Friendly Academy, but through our leading role in Glasgow City Innovation District and the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District Scotland where we partner with business and industry to develop cutting-edge research, upskill our workforce, create jobs and grow the economy for all," he added.

This Is Fantastic Achievement, Said Lord Provost Of Glasgow

Jacqueline McLaren, Lord Provost of Glasgow said, “This is a fantastic achievement for our city and very well deserved. Glasgow launched itself as a learning city in 1999 and this concept has been the driving force for the city’s development in lifelong learning. Many stakeholders across the city contributed to the bid process and is a testament to the commitment and dedication of all those delivering education and who are enhancing and nurturing the needs of all ages in Glasgow. Learning improves all our lives and our communities, and it continues far beyond school, further and higher education – 38% of Glasgow’s population are over 45 years old."

Isabell Kempf, Director, UNESCO Institute of Lifelong Learning said, “This year’s UNESCO Learning City Awardees demonstrate the transformative potential of lifelong learning in addressing our world’s most pressing challenges. I warmly congratulate the UNESCO Learning City of Glasgow on this well-earned award. Glasgow stands as an inspiring example of how investing in lifelong learning empowers individuals and transforms societies.”

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