Caucasus & Central Asia Association of IB World Schools

Think Differently, Be Creative!

4th International Experiential Learning Conference

Astana, Kazakhstan

ExLC2025: Revolutionizing Education at the Experiential Learning Conference

Step into the future of education at the Experiential Learning Conference 2025 (ExLC2025), hosted by the Caucasus & Central Asia Association of IB World Schools from April 17-20, 2025, in Astana, Kazakhstan. This transformative event brings together over 500 educators from around the globe for an unforgettable experience of innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

The conference kicks off on April 17 with the HOPE Festival, a vibrant celebration of creativity, community, and transformative ideas in education. From April 18-20, delve into the Experiential Learning Conference, where hands-on workshops, thought-provoking sessions, and cutting-edge strategies will empower you to enhance your teaching practices. With over 50 engaging seminars led by global education pioneers, you’ll gain invaluable insights and earn an International IB Association Certificate to advance your career.

Welcome to the CCAAIBWS!

Dear friends and colleagues,

I am honored to serve as the Chairman of the Caucasus and Central Asia Association of IB World Schools (CCAAIBWS). Our mission is to promote continuous improvement, collaboration and the development of the IB ethos and its programmes in the Caucasus and Central Asia region.

At CCAAIBWS, our aim is to provide support and assistance to IB candidates and IB World Schools in the region, and to represent our member schools at meetings with organizations and authorities. We also aim to arrange round tables for teachers, coordinators and other employees of our member schools, to ensure that our community is always growing and thriving.

I welcome you all to join us on our mission and to be a part of our association. Together, we can make a difference and drive positive change in education in the Caucasus and Central Asia region.

Warm regards,

Francesco Banchini
Chairman, CCAAIBWS

Building a Global Community!

CCAAIBWS PODCAST

IBridge: Experiential Learning Talks

IBridge: Experiential Learning Talks is a podcast by the Caucasus & Central Asia Association of IB World Schools (CCAAIBWS) that features conversations with experienced IB educators on topics related to educational leadership. The podcast aims to promote continuous improvement, collaboration and the development of the IB ethos and its programmes in the Caucasus and Central Asia region.