The University of Ghana’s School of Continuing and Distance Education is set to host the prestigious 75th Annual New Year School and Conference, a landmark event scheduled to take place at the Great Hall and Cedi Conference Centre. Commencing on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, the conference will unfold under the theme “Nurturing Resilience: Adopting Technology and Embracing Humanism for Sustainable Development.”
The focal point of this year’s conference is a profound exploration of strategies to foster resilience through the integration of technology and the embracing of humanism. With an overarching goal of contributing to sustainable development, the event will serve as a platform for in-depth discussions on the intersection of technology and human values.
A key agenda item is the examination of strategies to harness the potential of the digital economy, emphasizing the need for enhanced digital literacy in response to the rapidly changing technological landscape. By addressing these critical topics, the conference aims to contribute valuable insights to promote sustainable growth and development.
The outcomes of the conference deliberations will be meticulously documented and presented to relevant authorities for potential policy interventions, ensuring that the wealth of knowledge shared during the event translates into actionable initiatives.
The grand opening ceremony, scheduled for Tuesday, will be graced by the presence of His Excellency President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. Joining him will be esteemed figures such as the Chancellor, Mrs. Mary Chinery-Hesse; Vice-Chancellor, Professor Nana Aba Appiah Amfo; Minister of Communications and Digitalisation, Ursula Owusu Ekuful; and Vice-Rector, Research Tallinn University, Professor Katrin Niglas.
The conference, designed to address challenges faced by institutions, seeks to underscore the importance of developing resilience, leveraging technology, and promoting human values and dignity. In a nod to the current global landscape, the event will be accessible both in-person and virtually, ensuring widespread participation.
The 75th Annual New Year School and Conference is slated to conclude on Thursday, January 11, 2024. The organizers anticipate that the insights generated during this milestone event will set the stage for transformative advancements in both academia and national development.
Author: Bright Agbelengor
