Join Us for the 2025 Tongyeong ESD International Forum!

Celebrating 20 Years of RCE Tongyeong & 10 Years of Sejahtera Forest

We are delighted to announce the upcoming 2025 Tongyeong ESD International Forum, commemorating two significant milestones: the 20th anniversary of RCE Tongyeong’s designation as Korea’s first RCE and the 8th in the world, and the 10th anniversary of RCE Tongyeong Sejahtera Forest. 

Proposed Date and Venue: 

Date: May 16–17, 2025 (Friday–Saturday)

Venue: RCE Tongyeong Sejahtera Forest, Gyeongsangnam-do, Republic of Korea

Background and Objective:

2025 marks the 20th anniversary of RCE Tongyeong’s designation as the first RCE in Korea and the 8th worldwide, as well as the 10th anniversary of the establishment of RCE Tongyeong Sejahtera Forest. To commemorate these milestones, the 2025 Tongyeong ESD International Forum will be held, bringing together key stakeholders, experts, and partners from the global RCE network to reflect on the achievements of the past two decades and discuss the future of ESD (Education for Sustainable Development). Under the theme “Celebrating 20 Years of RCE Tongyeong & 10 Years of Sejahtera Forest”, the forum will explore the evolution of ESD practices, international cooperation, and the role of RCEs in addressing global sustainability challenges. The discussions will highlight best practices, policy recommendations, and future strategies for advancing ESD in alignment with the UNESCO ESD for 2030 framework. Alongside the forum, a special exhibition showcasing the history and impact of RCE Tongyeong will be held at the Sejahtera Forest venue, providing participants with an immersive experience of ESD in action.

Draft Programme: 2 Days(TBC)

Day 1 : May 16, 2025(Friday) 

Day 2 : May 17, 2025(Saturday) 

Methodology:

- In-person event with live-streaming

- Simultaneous interpretation: Korean, English

Expected Outcomes:

Reflection on 20 Years of ESD: A comprehensive review of RCE Tongyeong’s contributions to global sustainability education.

Future Roadmap for RCEs: Strategic discussions on the next decade of ESD implementation.

Strengthened Global & Local Partnerships: Enhanced cooperation between RCEs, government agencies, and international organizations.

Policy Recommendations: Key insights to guide policy formulation for ESD for 2030 and beyond.

This forum aims to celebrate the legacy of RCE Tongyeong and Sejahtera Forest, while charting a path forward for stronger global collaboration in ESD. We look forward to welcoming partners from around the world to engage in meaningful dialogue and shape the future of sustainability education.

For further details, please contact:

Email: tyrce.ujlee@gmail.com / Unji LEE of RCE Tongyeong