Global Skills, Local Impact: Teaching and Learning for Emerging Economies

🎓 Alternative Learning Summit – Sustainable Learning: Building Lifelong Skills for a Changing Planet

📅 Date: Saturday, May 30th, 2026
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM CST
📍 Streaming Live on: YouTube | Facebook | LinkedIn | Zoom

🔍 Event Overview

In this summit, we explore how education can empower learners to develop sustainable skills that meet the challenges of climate change, environmental stewardship, and green innovation. Beyond traditional subjects, this event spotlights alternative learning pathways that foster ecological literacy, green entrepreneurship, and community resilience—all supported by ADollarClass’s personalized, accessible learning systems.

🗓️ Program Itinerary

🟢 Opening Remarks (5 minutes)

Convener: Osaretin Agbonavbare
Moderator: Sarah Folorunso
Introduction to the theme of sustainability in learning and a brief outline of the event.

🧠 Keynote Address (20 minutes)

🗣️ Keynote Speaker: Dr. Lillian Njeri – Environmental Educator & Sustainability Advocate
🎤 Topic: “Educating for the Earth: How Learning Can Drive Sustainable Futures”
Dr. Njeri discusses how alternative education fosters awareness and skills to address environmental challenges, focusing on practical and scalable green solutions.

🎙️ Panel Discussion (60 minutes)

Moderator: Kwame Mensah – Green Tech Innovator & Education Consultant

🔹 Panel Segment 1: Eco-Skills for the Next Generation (15 mins)

🎤 Speaker 1: Renewable Energy Trainer
📌 Topic: “Training Youth in Solar, Wind & Sustainable Tech Through Alternative Learning”
Strategies for hands-on, skill-based green training programs.

🔹 Panel Segment 2: Community-Led Environmental Learning (15 mins)

🎤 Speaker 2: Community Organizer & Permaculture Specialist
📌 Topic: “Growing Green: Community Gardens and Local Learning Hubs”
How communities use informal education to build sustainable food systems and resilience.

🔹 Panel Segment 3: Sustainable Entrepreneurship (15 mins)

🎤 Speaker 3: Social Entrepreneur & Eco-Business Mentor
📌 Topic: “Turning Sustainability into Business: How Learners Can Launch Green Ventures”
Practical guidance on launching eco-friendly startups, supported by personalized learning.

🔹 Panel Segment 4: Digital Tools for Green Learning (15 mins)

🎤 Speaker 4: EdTech Developer & Environmental AI Specialist
📌 Topic: “Using AI and Mobile Tech to Expand Access to Sustainability Education”
How digital platforms like ADollarClass personalize and scale green learning globally.

💬 Interactive Showcase + Q&A (25 minutes)

Facilitators: Ngozi Eze & Michael Adjei
Live questions, stories from learners involved in sustainability projects, and a demo of ADollarClass’s new Green Skills Learning Pathways.

🎁 Closing Remarks + Call to Action (5 minutes)

Convener: Osaretin Agbonavbare
Invites participants to join ADollarClass’s Sustainability Learning Community, upcoming green skills workshops, and mentorship programs.

🎯 Key Goals

• Inspire learners and educators to embrace sustainability in education
• Promote skills and projects that protect the environment and create green jobs
• Showcase ADollarClass as a platform for eco-focused personalized learning
• Build community momentum around education for a sustainable future