UNESCO APCEIU Honors The Ignite Foundation’s Design Lab on Global Citizenship Education with Excellence Award

We are thrilled to announce that The Ignite Foundation’s Design Lab on Global Citizenship Education (GCED) has received the prestigious Excellence Award from UNESCO’s Asia-Pacific Centre of Education for International Understanding (APCEIU). This award celebrates our team’s efforts and innovative approach in advocating for global citizenship education, fostering a deeper understanding of global issues, diversity, and sustainable development among young learners.

The award was presented following the Alumni Scale-Up Projects presentation at the UNESCO APCEIU Alumni Forum, where our team showcased the impact and success of the GCED initiatives during their first year. Designed and implemented by a dedicated team, the Design Lab empowers students with the knowledge, values, and skills needed to engage as active and responsible global citizens.

Looking Ahead: Expanding GCED in Kerala and Beyond
As we celebrate this milestone, The Ignite Foundation is gearing up to scale the GCED curriculum across schools in Kerala. We’re reaching out to organizations interested in partnering with us to implement GCED programs that nurture global awareness and critical thinking. Additionally, we are excited to extend our reach to northern India, where we plan to develop resources and curriculum in Hindi, making GCED accessible to an even wider community of young changemakers.

Join Us in Fostering Global Citizenship in Schools
The Ignite Foundation warmly invites schools across India to join us in this journey. Together, we can empower students with a deeper understanding of their roles as global citizens, equipping them to contribute positively to a more connected, inclusive, and sustainable world.

Our heartfelt thanks to the passionate team members who made this achievement possible: Asif Ali VM, Hannath K, Jaseel C K, Sulfeeker Aly P K, Hridya Jairam, Ijas Hakkim, Abhilash John, Afsar T A, Gautami Chandrababu, Finha Sajid, Dr. Suneesa Khan, Khuloodh K.A., Lakshmipriya Radhakrishnan, Thirumurthi Thimmaraj, Suhaira Sakeer, Sahal Shaji, and Shamla Saleem. Your commitment and hard work are instrumental to the ongoing success of our mission.

Let’s Collaborate!
If your school or organization is interested in integrating global citizenship education into your curriculum, let’s connect. By working together, we can inspire and equip the next generation to lead with compassion and responsibility.

For more information on GCED programs and partnership opportunities, please visit www.theigniteindia.com, where we share the inspiring journey and impact of The Ignite Foundation’s initiatives.