Deputy Secretary (Admin) Hameed Khan Niazi announced that the Federal Ministry for Education and Professional Training (FE&PT) is organizing a three-day National Level Conference on reading and literacy, titled, “Today’s Readers, Tomorrow’s Learners,” alongside a Book and Foundational Learning Festival. The event is scheduled to take place in the federal capital on November 25th, 26th, and 27th.
Caretaker Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training, Madad Ali Sindhi, envisions the three-day event as an enriching experience for book lovers, focusing on learning and knowledge.
Waseem Ajmal Chaudhry, Secretary for Federal Education and Professional Training, expects the events to not only promote a reading culture and enhance foundational literacy skills but also provide an opportunity to engage with renowned educationists through enlightening discussions.
Niazi, who also leads the Directorate General Basic Education Community Schools (BECS), sees the events as a unique opportunity for renowned educationists to lead insightful discussions on key challenges and advancements in the field of literacy and foundational learning.
He further expressed that leading education providers will deliver short ‘Lightning Talks,’ addressing innovative solutions to specific areas of foundational learning.
The festival will feature a platform showcasing new book releases, stalls focusing on Reading Challenges and Solutions in Foundational Learning, interactive theatre, captivating storytelling sessions, and more.
As part of the festival, two BECS students who gained admission to medical colleges will receive a distinction award. Additionally, 50 BECS teachers, along with all officers, will participate in the festival to watch, observe, and learn from its various programs.
