Advancing Educational Equity in the Dominican Republic: A Key Event at Columbia University

On March 31, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., Columbia University (2920 Broadway, New York, NY 10027) will host a pivotal forum titled “Advancing Educational Equity in the Dominican Republic.” This event will bring together distinguished experts in education to analyze and propose solutions for strengthening educational equity in the Dominican Republic.

Organized by Juventud Hablemos of Columbia University and the Global Foundation for Democracy and Development (GFDD), the forum will be conducted entirely in Spanish. It will feature two influential leaders in the field:

• Dr. Josefina Pimentel – Former Minister of Education of the Dominican Republic (2011–2013) and current rector of IGLOBAL in the Dominican Republic.
• Dr. Nino Collado – Specialist in educational leadership, former school director, and associate at Creative Leadership Education.

These experts will share their insights and experiences in promoting policies and strategies that foster a more equitable and inclusive education system in the Dominican Republic. The discussion will cover key topics, including access to educational opportunities, teaching quality, and leadership in the academic sector.

This gathering presents a unique opportunity for students, academics, community leaders, and anyone passionate about improving education to engage in meaningful dialogue. It will also serve as an ideal space for exchanging ideas and building collaborative networks in support of a fairer and more accessible education system.

We invite all interested individuals to participate in this essential conversation about the future of education in the Dominican Republic. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this enriching and transformative dialogue!