Educators Shaping Futures: A Global Knowledge Exchange on Teacher Preparation and Development

We invite you to mark your calendars for this upcoming event — Educators Shaping Futures: A Global Knowledge Exchange on Teacher Preparation and Development — in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on November 3–4, 2025.

Organized by TTF members the World Bank, UNESCO International Institute for Capacity Building in Africa (IICBA), and the Ministry of Education of Ethiopia, as well as the Learning Systems Institute at Florida State University, this event aims to raise awareness and build coalitions for change so that teachers everywhere are prepared and supported to succeed in their crucial roles.

Who should attend? 

If you are a policymaker, administrator, researcher, educator, or otherwise responsible for teacher preparation and professional development, this event is for you.

What themes will the conference explore?

1. The teaching profession: Status, attractiveness, well-being, and job satisfaction.
2. Initial teacher education (ITE): Selection, content, and field placement experiences.
3. Induction: Supporting teachers’ transition into their first positions.
4. Teacher shortages and un/under-qualified teachers: Complementary ITE strategies.
5. Continuous professional development (CPD): Cost-effective approaches and career paths.
6. School leadership: Pivotal role in enhancing teachers’ preparation and professional development.

What is the format of the event? 

The two-day event will include keynote speeches, presentations, interactive sessions, panel discussions, poster sessions, and a knowledge cafe'.

Find the program for the event here and learn more about the event here.