Qatar Foundation launches - WISE

WISE - the World Innovation Summit for Education

A major biennial global education initiative.

First edition to be held in Doha, Qatar, September 28th, 29th & 30th, 2009

Doha, Qatar, February 26th, 2009 – Today, Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development has launched WISE (World Innovation Summit for Education).

WISE is a unique global event whose ambition is to create a new international multi-disciplinary platform to shape education models of the 21st century. Opinion leaders and decision makers from around the world will come together with education experts to share their visions and actions through open and insightful discussions.

WISE has adopted a distinctive action-oriented approach, including two innovative programs:

1. A Forum inviting internationally renowned education experts to debate alongside leading representatives from a variety of fields around the world, thus contributing to the creation of cross-disciplinary partnerships and an international community focused on:
   - Finding new ways of addressing major educational challenges
   - Mobilising global networks to create innovative tools and practices to implement sustainable solutions.


2. A ‘Call for Projects’ to reward and promote, on a global scale, cutting-edge initiatives in the education field.

A dedicated website – www.wise-qatar.org – that will go online today and emphasize the global aspects of the WISE initiative.

WISE Forum: a unique interdisciplinary and innovative approach
The premiere WISE Forum – to be held in Doha on September 28th, 29th and 30th, 2009 – intends to become a unique landmark event due to its innovative approach.