Sarjoh Aziz-Kamara and Kadijatu Ahene Kamara, two deputy ministers from Sierra Leone, recently participated in the World Conference on Culture & Arts Education in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Sarjoh Aziz-Kamara, the Deputy Minister of Technical and Higher Education, spearheaded the delegation from Sierra Leone and stressed the significance of providing students with the skills they need to prosper in a world that is changing quickly. He emphasised how more inclusive, tailored, and interesting learning experiences can be created by integrating digital and artificial intelligence into educational systems.
Aziz-Kamara encouraged attendees to use technology to promote global citizenship and close cultural divides during his speech. He gave an overview of Sierra Leone’s initiatives to foster an atmosphere that supports the teaching of the arts and culture, noting the founding of a new Ministry of Communication, technology, and Innovation as well as the Directorate of Science, Technology, and Innovation. The nation’s curriculum review now places a strong emphasis on ICT, civics, and creativity to get kids ready for a tech-savvy future. Sierra Leone’s commitment to putting the UNESCO framework for culture and arts education into practice was reaffirmed by Aziz-Kamara. Kadijatu Ahene Kamara, the deputy minister of tourism and cultural affairs, also spoke at the conference, addressing the topic of “Partnerships and financing in support of culture and arts education.”
Sierra Leone’s commitment to promoting cultural and arts education initiatives was demonstrated by its active participation as Vice-Chair of the African Bureau of the World Conference on Culture & Arts Education.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation Framework for Culture and Arts Education was adopted at the conference’s end, signifying a shared commitment to fostering creativity and cultural understanding through education. The participation and contributions from Sierra Leone at the event demonstrated the nation’s proactive approach to promoting an inclusive and innovative educational culture. Sierra Leone’s Deputy Ministers’ attendance at the Culture & Arts Education Conference in Abu Dhabi demonstrated the nation’s dedication to utilising technology, promoting cross-cultural interaction, and improving citizen educational opportunities.
Their support of the arts and culture is in line with international initiatives to encourage diversity, creativity, and lifelong learning in the digital age.
