Learning Cities and Regions: The Hamburg Experience
On September 14, 2026, a delegation from Uzbekistan—representatives of Tashkent, Samarkand, Nukus, and Fergana, which are member cities of the UNESCO Global Network—began a study visit to Hamburg.
The goal is to study Germany's experience in implementing the "Learning Cities" concept.
Highlights of the first day:
University of Hamburg : Met with Professor Anke Grotlüschen, Dean of the Faculty of Education. We saw how education extends into urban parks, cafes, and other public spaces. The core idea: learning can take place wherever residents live, work, and interact!
House of Industry : Visited the KWB center and the NGO "Work and Life" (Arbeit und Leben). We discussed ways to help the unemployed and vulnerable groups acquire new skills to re-enter the labor market.
Main takeaway: A Learning City is not just about having many educational institutions. It is an environment where knowledge is accessible to every person throughout their entire life.
Learning, sharing experiences, and creating solutions together!