Safierr Tech 2026 is a landmark national summit set to take place from August 24-27, 2026, at Latakia University in Syria. This pivotal event aims to bring together university leaders, government institutions, tech organizations, and international experts to accelerate the digital transformation of Syria’s higher education ecosystem. The summit is designed for academics, policymakers, tech professionals, and development partners committed to modernizing educational infrastructure and fostering innovation.
Event Details
- What: National Higher Education Digital Transformation Summit
- When: August 24-27, 2026
- Where: Latakia University, Latakia, Syria
- Focus Areas: Digital Transformation, Higher Education Modernization, Blended Learning Frameworks, Applied AI, EdTech
About The Event
Safierr Tech 2026 is a multi-stakeholder summit and strategic platform designed to address the operational challenges facing Syrian higher education. By connecting academic institutions with the private sector, public leadership, and international networks, the initiative aims to build a unified and actionable roadmap for modernization. The summit will act as a national bridge to infuse commercial standards, leverage global expertise, and align modernization efforts with national ICT strategies for sustainable, long-term impact.
What to Expect
- Strategic Dialogues: Plenary sessions and keynotes from over 40 expert speakers, government officials, and international leaders focused on building a national modernization roadmap.
- Hands-On Workshops: Intensive capacity-building programs for academic and administrative staff focusing on LMS administration, educational management systems, and applied artificial intelligence.
- National Tech Exhibition: A showcase of innovative educational technologies, digital solutions, and student-led technology projects from the national competition.
- Thematic Panels: Specialized discussions across seven transformation tracks, including cybersecurity, curriculum modernization, and establishing technical standards.
- High-Level Networking: Unparalleled opportunities to connect with university leadership, policymakers, tech innovators, and development partners to forge critical collaborations.
A Framework for Impact: The Five Strategic Outcomes
To ensure both immediate and sustainable results, Safierr Tech is structured around five core outcomes designed to accelerate the digital transformation of Syrian higher education:
- Thematic Pillars: Establishing technical requirements and policy guidance across seven specialized transformation tracks.
- Capacity-Building Workshops: Delivering hands-on training for academic and administrative staff.
- Project Portfolio: Identifying, supporting, and scaling new and existing digital infrastructure projects.
- National Competition & Exhibition: Connecting academia with the private sector through a student innovation showcase.
- Technology Localization: Implementing continuous post-summit training to ensure sustainable impact within public institutions.
How to Attend
Registration is currently open for academics, higher education experts, PhD students, researchers, and technical professionals. Registration details for undergraduate students will be announced at a later date. Interested parties are encouraged to visit the official website for the latest updates and registration information.
Learn More: Safierr Tech
