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| #12, October 2011 | |
Kyiv-Mohyla Academy Hosts "Roads to Freedom" Conference
The conference was organized to provide a forum for discussion on the dynamics of Ukraine's development, on achievements and problems in its educational sector, and for formulating distinct recommendations regarding reforms in higher education. At the opening of the conference, United States Ambassador to Ukraine John Tefft stated, "The fate of Ukraine and its universities are intertwined…Universities cannot be barricaded. They play a leading role in society". more...
Kyiv-Mohyla Academy Hosts “Roads to Freedom” Conference NaUKMA Brings Ambassadors and International Universities to Ukraine to Support Freedom and Rule of Law
At the opening of the conference, United States Ambassador to Ukraine John Tefft stated, "The fate of Ukraine and its universities are intertwined… Universities cannot be barricaded. They play a leading role in society". The conference focused on Ukraine’s rightful place in Europe through necessary reforms in education and society. Participants repeatedly confirmed that without freedom in Ukrainian universities there will be no freedom in Ukraine. They expressed concern about the current regression in the development of democracy and its negative impact on society and education. Furthermore, they underscored that support for education without political interference is essential for a nation’s stability and for its ability to compete in the world. This major international conference underscored Kyiv-Mohyla Academy’s role as a nation-building institution, a reformer and leading educational institution. For a detailed report and quotes from participants click on | |
(Kyiv, Ukraine) Academic, political, media and civil society leaders from various countries and Ukraine met on October 7-8 at the Conference “Roads to Freedom”, held at the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy. The ambassadors of the United States, Canada, Poland, Germany, France, Austria and the European Union attended the conference.
Academic, political, media and civil society leaders from various countries and Ukraine met on October 7-8 at the Conference “Roads to Freedom”, held at the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy. The ambassadors of the United States, Canada, Poland, Germany, France, Austria and the European Union attended the conference. The conference was organized to provide a forum for discussion on the dynamics of Ukraine's development, on achievements and problems in its educational sector, and for formulating distinct recommendations regarding reforms in higher education. 
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