The “Global Forum on Higher Education 2025: Renewal of the Democratic and Civic Mission” will be hosted at Charles University in Prague on 3-4 June 2025 in partnership with The Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of the Czech Republic. This invitational meeting is sponsored by the Global Cooperation for the Democratic Mission of Higher Education – comprised of the Council of Europe, the Organization of American States, the International Association of Universities, and the International Consortium for Higher Education, Civic Responsibility, and Democracy.

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Democracy is in crisis throughout the world, with political developments threatening the principles of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. Higher education, science, and the pursuit of knowledge are similarly faced with significant challenges at this time. More than ever, colleges and universities have a crucial role to play in the development and preservation of democratic societies. This moment calls for higher education to actively embrace its civic and democratic purposes, as well as stand for and exemplify democratic values including diversity, inclusivity, tolerance, equity, and open inquiry.

It is crucial for the global higher education community—including institutional leaders, faculty, students, government partners, and civil society—to come together. By working collaboratively, this global community can advance shared goals and move closer to a just and equitable future that benefits all.

The “Global Forum on Higher Education 2025: Renewal of the Democratic and Civic Mission” will provide an excellent opportunity to foster global collaboration, elevate diverse voices from regions around the world, and create space for shared understandings. The gathering will help shape the work global partners can do together moving forward to effectively renew higher education’s commitment to strengthening democracy on campus, in the wider society, and indeed throughout the world.

View Full Concept Note HERE.

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