Dhofar
to Host First ALECSO Regional Forum on Arts, Culture Education

Salalah,
25 Aug (ONA) — Dhofar Governorate will host the first ALECSO Regional Forum
on Arts and Culture Education from 1-2 September 2025.

The
forum is organized by the Ministry of Education in collaboration with the Arab
League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO).

The
forum will be attended by a number of experts and educators specializing in
culture, arts, and education from ALECSO, as well as representatives from the GCC
countries.

This
forum is a direct result of ALECSO’s push to enhance the role of culture and
arts within the education system. It aligns with the UNESCO World Framework for
Culture and Arts Education, which was launched at the global conference in Abu
Dhabi in 2024.

The
forum also aims to support partnerships between governments, cultural
institutions, and the private sector, and to encourage investment in
educational and cultural infrastructure.

The
forum will also feature field visits to prominent educational and cultural
institutions in Dhofar Governorate. Furthermore, it will host practical workshops
focused on utilizing modern technologies in arts education, which will enhance
the effectiveness of arts education practices and support innovation and
creativity among students.

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