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After nearly 28 years, The Communication Initiative (The CI) Global is entering a new chapter. 

Following a period of transition, the global website has been transferred to the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) in South Africa, where it will be administered by the Social and Behaviour Change Communication Division. Wits' commitment to social change and justice makes it a trusted steward for The CI's legacy and future. 

On the transfer, co-founder Victoria Martin expressed her pleasure to see this work continue under Wits' leadership, knowing that co-founder Warren Feek (1953–2024) would have felt deep pride in The CI Global's Africa-led direction. 

As Wits, we honour the team and partners who sustained The CI for decades and look forward building from that strong base. This includes co-founders Warren Feek (1953-2024) and Victoria Martin as well as La Iniciativa de Comunicación (CILA), which continues independently at lainiciativadecomunicacion.com with links to The CI Global site. We are also eager to forge new partnerships and entertain new ideas as we consider how best to contribute to social and behaviour change in our rapidly evolving environment.

If you are joining the International Social and Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC) Summit in Panama, please join Wits and CILA on Monday, 22 June, to share your thoughts and suggestion for the relaunch of the Communication Initiative. We will be in Pacifica 5 from 12-1:25 for the Refuel, Reflect, and Renew Lunch Series: The Communication Initiative: celebrating a driving force for Communication for Social Change and the way forward. We will reflect on the legacy of Warren Feek and family in creating the Communication Initiative, consider the contributions of CI over the years and then turn our attention towards the future in this dynamic session. 

If you are unable to join us in Panama, we still want to hear from you. Please contribute your thoughts by following this link: https://redcap.link/CommunicationInitiative2026 or reaching out to ci_surveys@commint.com

You can also follow the QR Code:

 https://redcap.link/CommunicationInitiative2026

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Global Cross-Sector Conference and Exhibition on Digital Learning - November 27-29 2024 -Online Educa Berlin (OEB) - Berlin, Germany

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Welcome to OEB 2024, the global, cross-sector conference on technology-supported learning and training. Every year, OEB pushes the boundaries of EdTech and learning technology, by fostering dialogue and collaboration between high-level decision-makers from the education, business, and government sectors. Throughout this transformative two-day event, you'll encounter the latest innovations and insights that are shaping the future of digital learning.

Whether you're looking to harness the potential of new technologies, develop pivotal policies, or drive forward the conversation about the digital revolution in education, OEB 2024 is the place to be. Join us to explore the themes and trends that are defining the future of learning

Brace for Transformation: The Courage to Redefine Learning

In an era defined by climate change, global conflicts, and democracies under pressure, the roles of learning and education are increasingly vital. Education, historically a foundation of hope and progress, now faces the challenge of staying relevant and effective in a rapidly changing world. This situation highlights the urgency for a significant shift in our approach to learning, moving towards an anti-fragile mindset where we not only withstand but also grow stronger from the challenges and changes we face.

OEB has a unique, cross-sector focus, fostering exchange between the corporate, education and public service sectors. Now in its 30th year, the event includes participants from multinational companies to SMEs, from higher education and research institutions to schools, from ministries to local authorities and from global IGOs to local NGOs.

Online Educa Berlin (OEB) is the annual global, cross-sector conference and exhibition on digital learning and training. The event has a unique focus, bringing you to the forefront of developments in learning technology. Since 1995, insights gained at OEB have pointed the way towards the future of learning.

  • Collaborate and gain insights on opportunities and challenges that are changing the world of learning
  • Find out how to choose and use various technologies and build skills in expert-led workshops and break-out sessions
  • Discover proven practice and learning strategies from leading institutions and organisations
  • Listen to, learn from and engage with global expert speakers from different disciplines, sharing their knowledge, skills and passion
  • Follow case studies presenting critical success factors and discuss innovative approaches with peers
  • Engage in debate and open discussions on new technologies and trends with international practitioners and vendors
  • Connect with learning professionals from the education, workplace learning and government sectors and forge essential international contacts and partnerships
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