The Ayrton Senna Institute’s efforts were acknowledged in 2004 by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) through the establishment of the Chair in Education for Human Development.
Currently, the partnership involves conducting research, events, and dissemination activities of the knowledge produced by the organization, aiming to expand the reach of comprehensive educational practices.
Ayrton Senna Institute was the first non-governmental organization to receive this recognition, which had previously only been offered to universities. With worldwide recognition, the title certifies the organization as a reference of a center for high value and quality research and knowledge production carried out by the Institute’s team.
The title of Chair in Education for Human Development is the result of the Institute’s extensive work in producing, implementing, and disseminating knowledge and scientific evidence on education as an opportunity to develop the potential of all individuals.
In 2021, UNESCO approved the renewal of the chair’s title, based on the presentation of a work plan demonstrating research achievements and practices in favor of comprehensive education and the full development of children, youth, and adults, considering all the skills required to thrive in the 21st century.
“I am pleased to announce that the Chair with the Ayrton Senna Institute continues to develop work relevant to UNESCO’s priorities. The activities proposed in the new work plan on socio-emotional competencies are particularly relevant considering the current moment in Brazilian education.” Peter Wells, Leader of Higher Education at UNESCO, in a letter approving the renewal of the Chair’s work.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Launched in 1992, the UNESCO Chairs Programme aims to promote international cooperation among organizations, strengthen the institutional capacities of its participants, share knowledge between countries, and encourage collaborative work. The initiative involves hundreds of institutions in more than 100 countries, operating in fields of knowledge such as education, natural and social sciences, culture, and communication.
