Tracing its origins to 1931 and its revival by UNESCO in 1955, the International Review of Education (IRE)'s history reflects the evolving priorities of global education. As they mark this milestone, the UNESCO Institute of Lifelong Learning celebrates IRE’s enduring commitment to advancing knowledge, fostering collaboration, and promoting education as a force for positive change.
As part of the celebrations a virtual exhibition tracing the history and evolution of the IRE has been launched. The fascinating online exhibition explores the origins of the Review, the 'dark years' of the journal between 1935 - 1943 when the publication became a mouthpiece for Nazi ideologies, and the subsequent revival by UNESCO.
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On 20 November 2025 there will be a webinar to celebrate the launch of the 70th anniversary special issue of the International Review of Education. This edition provides valuable insights into the evolution of lifelong learning and explores its significance for the future.
