UNESCO Regional Office in Almaty, Teach for Qazaqstan and TeachersLab Continue to Advance Teacher Leadership in Kazakhstan

As part of the Summer Institute, Dr. David Frost of the University of Cambridge presented the concept of Non-Positional Teacher Leadership, demonstrating how every teacher can lead meaningful change regardless of formal role or experience. Drawing on international research and practical examples, he highlighted how teacher-led professional learning and collaboration can strengthen schools while advancing educational equity. The session inspired participants to view leadership not as a position, but as a shared responsibility rooted in purpose, initiative, and continuous professional growth.

The programme also included practical workshops on identifying classroom and school-level challenges, designing solutions, presenting teacher-led initiatives and engaging in peer reflection and feedback.

Developing strong professional learning communities and empowering teachers as leaders are essential to achieving sustainable improvements in education. UNESCO will continue its partnership with Teach for Qazaqstan and TeachersLab to support innovative approaches to teachers' professional development and contribute to improving the quality of education in rural schools of Kazakhstan.