Saudi UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities (GNLC):
UNESCO has added three more Saudi cities Riyadh, AlUla, and Riyadh Al-Khabra to the Global Network of Learning Cities (GNLC) in its 2025 update.The GNLC is a UNESCO-led international network that recognises cities promoting lifelong learning across all age groups through inclusive, accessible, and sustainable learning ecosystems.Established in 2013, GNLC has grown rapidly and today includes 425 cities from 91 countries, supporting lifelong learning opportunities for nearly 500 million people. UNESCO recognised Riyadh, AlUla, and Riyadh Al-Khabra for meeting rigorous global benchmarks of community-wide learning. Saudi’s total GNLC membership: 8 cities. The expansion aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 and the Human Capability Development Program.
India has three GNLC cities (2022 cohort):
- Warangal (Telangana)
- Thrissur (Kerala)
- Nilambur (Kerala)
