Bridging Continents and Disciplines for Youth Empowerment on National Youth Day January 12, 2025
162 Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda on January 12, 2025
International Council for Education Research and Training (ICERT), in collaboration with Teachers’ Training College, Bhagalpur, successfully concluded its International Multidisciplinary Conference on January 12, 2025. Timed to honor National Youth Day in India, the event transformed academic dialogue into a blueprint for action under the theme: “Multidisciplinary Approaches to SDGs and Youth Empowerment for Sustainable Development.”
Highlights:
Key Outcomes & Impact:
Global South Solidarity: With 373 registered participants primarily from India and Nigeria, and extended reach into Ethiopia, the UAE, and Malaysia, the conference established a robust academic bridge between South Asia and West Africa.
Actionable Research: Four concurrent technical sessions delivered deep insights into:
Vocational Empowerment: Modernizing VET and “Z to A” pedagogies.
AI & Social Equity: Integrating technology for inclusion and mental health.
Environmental Psychology: Linking renewable energy engagement with sustainable tourism.
Inclusive Education: Diagnosing classroom needs and enhancing quality culture in HR.
Honoring Excellence: In alignment with NEP 2020’s vision, the conference declared the “Indian Youth Icon Award 2025,” felicitating 17 dignitaries for their contributions to decolonized knowledge and youth-led innovation.
Scholarly Contribution: The release of the official Conference Proceedings Book (Souvenir) ensures that the multidisciplinary research shared will continue to influence policy and practice.
We extend our gratitude to Conference Chairperson Dr. Navneet Kaur, Keynote Speaker Mr. Raveenthiran Vivekanantharasa (Open University of Sri Lanka), our distinguished roundtable panel, and the tireless coordination by Ms. Komal Garg.
The dialogue doesn’t end here; the trajectory toward sustainable, youth-led development has been set.
Watch & Explore
Watch Full Seminar:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOj37ezVkS0
Read the Executive Summary & Full Report:Executive Summary Jan 12, 2025, International Seminar
