30-01-2025
HP & Cambridge Fellowship Fuels Digital Education - TECHx Media HP & Cambridge Fellowship Fuels Digital Education
HP & Cambridge Fellowship Fuels Digital Education
HP and Cambridge University Press & Assessment (Cambridge) have announced 24 education leaders from Europe and Central Asia joining the HP Cambridge Partnership for Education EdTech Fellowship. This initiative aims to advance education through technology, bringing policymakers and innovators together to drive change.
Representing 14 countries, the selected Fellows collectively impact over 51.3 million teachers and learners. Through collaboration, research application, and peer learning, they will refine strategies to harness education technology effectively.
Founded in 2023, the HP Cambridge Fellowship unites leaders responsible for shaping national education systems. It serves as a platform for knowledge exchange, addressing large-scale educational challenges through technology. With over 50 alumni spanning Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Gulf regions, the Fellowship fosters a thriving global network of education professionals. Fellows engage in a five-month hybrid program, including online learning and an intensive residential week at Cambridge University, where they explore solutions for systemic education transformation.
Recognized for its impact, the Fellowship was named a finalist for the Bett Award for Transformational Impact for the second consecutive year in 2025, a global recognition for pioneering innovations in education.
Beginning in January 2025, the latest cohort will collaborate with experts in Cambridge, UK, focusing on integrating artificial intelligence (AI) in education to enhance learning outcomes. The program features coaching, keynote talks, hands-on projects, and networking opportunities, equipping leaders with tools to develop scalable, impactful solutions.
Dr. Albina Tsiatkovska, Director General for International Cooperation, Ministry of Education and Science, Ukraine, emphasized the power of collaboration: 'I believe in shared knowledge as a catalyst for meaningful change in education. The diverse perspectives in this Fellowship will inspire me to critically and creatively enhance educational access and quality for all Ukrainian children.'
Gizzat Baitursynov, Chairman of the Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Development Committee, Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry, Kazakhstan, highlighted the Fellowship's importance: 'Kazakhstan is at a pivotal stage in redefining its education system. Leveraging AI-driven technologies to personalize learning and improve accessibility is our key focus. Engaging with global leaders and cutting-edge EdTech strategies will enrich my understanding of best practices.'
Mayank Dhingra, Global Director – Education Strategy at HP, stated: 'Our EdTech Fellows are making a tangible impact in their local communities. By effectively combining pedagogy and technology, they are expanding access to high-quality education. We're thrilled to welcome this new cohort from Europe and Central Asia.'
Steve King, Head of Education Reform, Partnership for Education at Cambridge University Press & Assessment, added: 'This new cohort embodies the momentum and innovation in education across Central and Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Their shared vision for transformative learning will drive significant improvements in education worldwide.'
The selected Fellows represent leading education organizations and government bodies across Europe and Central Asia:
Albania – Enrik Keco, Albanian American Development Foundation (AADF)
Azerbaijan – Khayala Fatullayeva, C4IR Azerbaijan
France – Jitka Tomkova, HP
Georgia – Tatia Tatoshvili, Georgia Innovation and Technology Agency (GITA)
Kazakhstan – Diana Ryan, HP; Gizzat Baitursynov, Kazakhstan Ministry of Digital Development; Nodirbek Nazirkulov, Kazakhstan Ministry of Digital Development; Dr. Yelena Shevchenko, National Academy of Sciences
Kyrgyz Republic – Mederbek Omurbekov, Presidential Administration of Kyrgyz Republic
Lithuania – Vilma Ferrari, Ministry of Education, Science and Sport
Mongolia – Temuulen Tuguldur, Ministry of Education
Romania – Florian Lixandru, Ministry of Education
Tajikistan – Atorud Shodibekzoda, UNICEF; Komron Kholov, Ministry of Education and Science
Türkiye – Sümeyye Hatice Eral, Ministry of National Education; Bilgehan Özbaylanli, Ministry of National Education
Ukraine – Dr. Albina Tsiatkovska, Ministry of Education and Science; Anna Sydoruk, Osvitoria NGO; Anton Zastavnyi, The British International School
United Kingdom – Cate Giddens, Cambridge University Press & Assessment; Kirsty McFaul, Scottish Government; Fereshta Omar, Oxus Academy
Uzbekistan – Muzaffar Djalalov, Inha University; Nargiza Kuchkarova, Ministry of Preschool and School Education
By uniting policymakers, educators, and industry leaders, the HP Cambridge Partnership for Education EdTech Fellowship fosters a global ecosystem where technology-driven education initiatives thrive. As these new Fellows embark on their journey, their contributions will shape the future of learning, making education more accessible, effective, and inclusive worldwide.
