ISLAMABAD (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – April 1, 2026) Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) will host the 5th International Conference on Early Childhood Development here from April 7 to 8.
The main theme of the conference is “Investing in Early Childhood Development: Building Human Capital”.
The conference will be held in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend online and in person. This approach will enable broad participation from national and international experts, researchers, educators and policy makers.
According to conference secretary Dr. Touba Saleem, the event aims to highlight the importance of early childhood education Development, promoting the exchange of modern research and experiences and exploring effective strategies for the comprehensive development of children.
She added that adopting hybrid and mixed methods will not only increase accessibility for participants, but will also be consistent with the government’s energy conservation policies.
To increase virtual participation, the university will provide live streaming of sessions, interactive panel discussions, and online networking opportunities.
Key government officials are expected to attend the opening and closing ceremonies, while various sessions will cover important topics such as early childhood education, health, nutrition and psychological development.