In 2025, UNESCO welcomed 72 new cities from 46 countries into the Global Network of Learning Cities, recognizing their outstanding commitment to lifelong learning. With this expansion, the network now includes 425 cities from 91 countries, collectively supporting nearly 500 million citizens.
UNESCO Learning Cities are living classrooms, where every street, library, workplace, museum and home becomes a space for knowledge and creativity. They redefining what it means to learn: reskilling workers for evolving job markets, providing literacy for those who missed out, empowering citizens to navigate the AI era and fostering entrepreneurial mindsets. By making education a priority from early childhood through adulthood, these cities are unlocking opportunities and shaping sustainable futures.