General Informations
What is the vision of ICESCO ?
To be a global beacon of knowledge in Education, Science, Culture and Communication.
What is the mission of ICESCO ?
ICESCO's mission revolves around being an accelerator of development by focusing on designing policies, promoting knowledge, adopting innovation, building leadership, and offering consultation and technical support.
What are the values that ICESCO believes in ?
At ICESCO, we believe in our values and strive to embody them in everything we do: SOLIDARITY, INNOVATION, TRANSPARENCY, COEXISTENCE, and LEADERSHIP.
What is ICESCO's current Charter and Status ?
ICESCO's charter outlines its mission, values, and objectives, as well as the rules and regulations that govern the organization. It serves as a blueprint for how ICESCO operates and a guide for decision-making.
ICESCO believes that this charter will provide valuable information to its members, stakeholders, and the public about who ICESCO is and what it stands for. You can download ICESCO's charter by clicking below.
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How many nations are part of ICESCO as member states ?
ICESCO has 54 member states, including : REPUBLIC OF AZERBAIJAN, HASHEMITE KINGDOM OF JORDAN, ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF AFGHANISTAN, STATE OF THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA, REPUBLIC OF UZBEKISTAN, REPUBLIC OF UGANDA, ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN, ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF PAKISTAN, KINGDOM OF BAHRAIN, BRUNEI DARUSSALAM, PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF BANGLADESH, REPUBLIC OF BENIN, BURKINA FASO, REPUBLIC OF TAJIKISTAN, REPUBLIC OF TURKEY, REPUBLIC OF CHAD, REPUBLIC OF TOGO, REPUBLIC OF TUNISIA, PEOPLE’S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF ALGERIA, REPUBLIC OF DJIBOUTI, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA, REPUBLIC OF THE SUDAN, REPUBLIC OF SURINAME, SYRIAN ARAB REPUBLIC, REPUBLIC OF SIERRA LEONE, REPUBLIC OF SENEGAL, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF SOMALIA, REPUBLIC OF IRAQ, SULTANATE OF OMAN, REPUBLIC OF GABON, THE REPUBLIC OF THE GAMBIA, REPUBLIC OF GUYANA, REPUBLIC OF GUINEA, REPUBLIC OF GUINEA-BISSAU, STATE OF PALESTINE, REPUBLIC OF KAZAKHSTAN, STATE OF QATAR, UNION OF COMOROS, KYRGYZ REPUBLIC, REPUBLIC OF CAMEROON, REPUBLIC OF CÔTE D’IVOIRE, STATE OF KUWAIT, REPUBLIC OF LEBANON, STATE OF LIBYA, REPUBLIC OF MALDIVES, REPUBLIC OF MALI, MALAYSIA, ARAB REPUBLIC OF EGYPT, KINGDOM OF MOROCCO, ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF MAURITANIA, REPUBLIC OF NIGER, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA, REPUBLIC OF YEMEN.
How is ICESCO organized in terms of geographical regions ?
ICESCO has four main regions: Africa, Arab, Asia and Latin America1. Each region has a different number of member states, with the Arab region having 21, African Region having 17, Asia Region having 14 and the Latin American region having the least 2.
How does observer status provide advantages ?
The ICESCO observer status allows the states, governmental organizations and NGOs to take part in the General Conference, Executive Council and Specialized Ministerial Conferences held by ICESCO without the right to vote. The Director General may invite the Observer States to assign their representatives (experts and specialists) to take part in ICESCO’s technical meetings and scientific committees.
- The Observer State shall be represented by ministers in the General Conference and the Specialized Ministerial Conferences, and by the Secretary General of the National Commission for Education, Science and Culture in the Executive Council. The Observer State has the freedom to choose the level of its representation in the other events;
The governmental organizations and NGOs shall be represented by the head of their executive organ (president, director general, secretary general…) in the General Conference and the Specialized Ministerial Conferences. The governmental organizations and NGOs may choose their level of representation in the other events;
The Observer States are entitled to present their experiences in the fields of education, science, culture and communication, and contribute to the development of ICESCO’s action plans and strategies;
The Observer States can contribute as much as possible to the funding and implementation of specific programs and projects while being free to choose the adequate program or project as well as the target country or beneficiary.
The observer membership does not entail any financial obligation.
Core Sectors & Specialized Centers
What does ICESCO's Human and Social Sciences sector involve ?
As part of ICESCO’s vision, Human and Social Sciences Sector brings forward a holistic, inclusive and multisectoral approach to Development aimed at building a strong and resilient human capital in ICESCO Member States and beyond. Within this systemic vision, Peace, Citizenship and Security are the foundation that goes along with promoting gender responsive policies, socially empowering youth and vulnerable groups while promoting research to build knowledge on social transformations in our Member States and beyond. To this end, HSS Sector serves as a bridge connecting diverse stakeholders and countries to jointly produce a civilizational knowledge system, which positions ICESCO as a house of expertise for better strategies, policies and programs to build peaceful, inclusive, resilient and sustainable societies through the “Societies We Want” initiative with a focus on children, youth, women, the most vulnerable people living in crisis context (migrants, displaced people, people living with disabilities…). Therefore, our strategies consist of facilitating and creating synergies of actions for a better coordination and efficient implementation of the agendas of reference such as the Sustainable Development Goals, the OIC 2025 Program of action, the Africa Union Agenda 2063, Mecca Charter (Islamic Values and Principles) and endogenous initiatives.
What does ICESCO's Culture and Communication sector involve ?
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Strategic Focus
What are the strategic goals of ICESCO ?
ICESCO is committed to focusing on five strategic goals to drive its mission forward:
Goal 1: Strengthening the capacity of educational systems in member states to ensure sustainable development and reduce inequality.
Goal 2: Accelerating the integration of Islamic world countries into the global economies and sustainable societies, with a particular emphasis on knowledge production, scientific development, innovation, environmental protection, and preserving natural heritage.
Goal 3: Contributing to the construction of peaceful, inclusive, prosperous, resilient, healthy, and sustainable societies for all.
Goal 4: Contributing to the overall cultural development of Islamic world communities while respecting local specificities, promoting cultural diversity, fostering openness to other cultures, and safeguarding heritage.
Goal 5: Achieving interconnection, integration, and strategic coordination among Islamic world countries within ICESCO's fields of influence, creating an institutional environment marked by efficiency, effectiveness, and strong governance.
What are the specifics of Goal 1 for ICESCO ?
ICESCO's Goal 1 centers on strengthening the capacity of educational systems in member states to ensure sustainable development and reduce inequality.This involves developing educational systems, investing in the future of education, ensuring equitable education for all, and promoting education for sustainable development. By focusing on these key areas, ICESCO aims to make a significant impact on sustainable development and equality within member states.
What are the specifics of Goal 2 for ICESCO ?
ICESCO's focus on Goal 2 involves contributing to the overall cultural development of Islamic world communities while respecting local specificities, promoting cultural diversity, fostering openness to other cultures, and safeguarding heritage. This includes efforts such as publishing and communication, promoting cultural diversity, making cultural contributions to sustainable development, investing in heritage protection, and promoting civilizational dialogue.
What are the specifics of Goal 3 for ICESCO ?
ICESCO's focus on Goal 3 entails contributing to the construction of peaceful, inclusive, prosperous, resilient, healthy, and sustainable societies for all. This involves developing inclusive well-being policies and practices, building a vibrant research and knowledge system within ICESCO networks to guide policies and programs, and pioneering and positioning peace-building in policies and programs for resilient communities.
What are the specifics of Goal 4 for ICESCO ?
ICESCO focuses on Goal 4 by contributing to the overall cultural development of Islamic world communities. This involves publishing and communication, promoting cultural diversity, making cultural contributions to sustainable development, investing in heritage protection, and promoting civilizational dialogue. Through these concerted efforts, ICESCO strives to enrich cultural experiences and promote understanding among diverse communities.
What are the specifics of Goal 5 for ICESCO ?
ICESCO's Strategic Focus Goal 5 involves achieving interconnection, integration, and strategic coordination among Islamic World countries with relevance to the organization’s fields. This is accomplished by creating an institutional environment characterized by efficiency, effectiveness, and governance. Through these efforts, ICESCO aims to enhance collaboration and coordination among Islamic World countries, fostering a stronger and more effective partnership for positive impact.