[ICMI-News] ICMI Newsletter - March 2025

Sat Mar 15 14:02:00 CET 2025

**ICMI Newsletter March 2025**
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Editors:
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[Jean-Luc Dorier ](mailto:icmi.secretary.general at mathunion.org)(ICMI Secretary General)
[Jinfa Cai ](mailto:jcai at udel.edu)(ICMI Vice President)
[Lena Koch](mailto:icmi.administrator at mathunion.org) (ICMI Administrative Manager)

Technical support:
Vanessa Chung, IMU Secretariat

**The ICMI Newsletter publishing dates:**
March 15, June 15, September 15 and December 15

**Editorial – From the desk of Merrilyn Goos, **
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**ICMI President (2025-2028)**
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When I was preparing to write this Editorial as the new ICMI President, I looked for inspiration from the corresponding newsletter articles written by past Presidents Frederick Leung (2021-2024) and Jill Adler (2017-2020) as they were about to begin their respective terms of office. It was not surprising to see that both pointed to the many challenges facing mathematics education around the world—challenges that have been exacerbated in recent times by global pandemic and conflict. It seems we must learn to live with increasing disruption and uncertainty… and yet the work of ICMI continues as we welcome a new[Executive Committee for 2025-2028](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/SMK1E8tHeG13DKxOOSBeldS16763/TgZ2Z1gfO5Ju)[.](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/SMK1E8tHeG7ufTmLZcL8rSkl4PgJ/U1H-UtVz8fbw) A feature of this EC is that it blends continuity and change, with several members of the last EC continuing for a second term and new members joining for the first time. I am especially thankful that Frederick Leung remains on the EC (ex officio) as past President, so that I can draw on his advice and example of wise leadership over the past four years.

With this Editorial, then, I want to send my warmest greetings to our international mathematics education community—especially to ICMI Country Representatives who are our key stakeholders and primary means of communication with ICMI’s member countries...

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**Reports on ICMI Study 27 Conference – Ateneo de Manila University in the Philippines, Jan 22-25, 2025**
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###Report from the co-Chairs

The activity of ICMI Study 27 is organized around four themes, which were conceptualized in relation to tensions in thinking about mathematics education and the socio-ecological. We anticipated that more standard topics (e.g., teacher education, modelling, curriculum, theory) would emerge within and across themes. The four themes were:

- Aims of Mathematics Education (led by Nathalie Sinclair and Paola Valero); 
- Scales of Mathematics Education (led by Rochelle Gutiérrez, Mariam Makramalla, and Armando Solares-Rojas); 
- Resources of/for Mathematics Education (led by Marcelo Borba and Vince Geiger); and 
- Mathematics Education Futures (led by Arindam Bose and Catherine Vistro-Yu). 

The Discussion Document served as a call for papers for the ICMI Study 27 Conference, hosted by Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines on January 22-25, 2025. This was the second ICMI Study to take place in a developing country. Each submission was reviewed by at least two International Program Committee (IPC) members, and a maximum of two authors of accepted papers were invited to participate in the Study Conference. Accepted papers were then revised (when necessary) by the authors before being published in the conference Proceedings (available on the ICMI page for ICMI Studies)...

[READ FULL ARTICLE HERE](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/SMK1E8tHeGLdZlQFvwe737MF10qp/kAPhgXPi4MSN "https://www.mathunion.org/icmi/icmi-newsletter-march-2025#on-page-2")

###Starting the New Year with the 27th ICMI Study Conference

Frankie Fran (Ateneo de Manila University and Romblon State University) shares further details and insights about the 27th ICMI Study Conference which was held from January 22-25, 2025, at the Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines.

[READ THE ARTICLE HERE](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/SMK1E8tHeGSV1uFD76nb8weyzJR5/MYbDvk1MK9I4 "https://www.mathunion.org/icmi/icmi-newsletter-march-2025#on-page-3")

###Reaching the Filipino People: 
###A Post-Conference Forum of the 27th ICMI Study Conference

The Philippine Council of Mathematics Teacher Educators (MATHTED) Inc. organized a Post-Conference Forum on January 26, 2025, at the Ateneo de Manila University with the support of the Department of Mathematics and the assistance of student volunteers from the Math Ed Eagles. This Post-Conference Forum followed the 4-day 27th ICMI Study Conference held January 22-25, 2025, at the Ateneo. The post-conference forum, which had the theme "Innovations in Mathematics Education: Global Perspectives", aimed to share new ideas from the Study Conference with the Philippine mathematics education community.

The post-conference forum chair, Hadji C. Alegre, opened the event and welcomed esteemed participants and guests from different schools across the country. Alf Coles from the University of Bristol (United Kingdom) and Kate le Roux from the University of Cape Town (South Africa) delivered a joint keynote address entitled “Mathematics Education and the Socio-ecological: A Conversation - between two contexts – about access to relevant, quality mathematics education.” ...

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**Call for intention to Bid to organize and host ICME-17 in 2032**
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ICME is the largest international conference on mathematics education. It is held every leap year and it is the meeting point for mathematics educators, curriculum developers, mathematicians, researchers in mathematics education, teachers, teacher educators and resource producers.

The three ICMI Awards to recognize outstanding achievement in mathematics education are presented at the ICME Opening Ceremony. The Felix Klein Award and Hans Freudenthal Award were established in 2000 and first presented in 2003. While the Felix Klein Award honors lifetime achievement in mathematics education research, the Hans Freudenthal Award instead recognizes a major cumulative program of research. The Emma Castelnuovo Award, first presented in 2016, acknowledges outstanding achievements in the practice of mathematics education.

On the day before the ICME Opening Ceremony, the ICMI hosts a one-day meeting of its General Assembly (GA). Recent ICMEs have also featured a separate Early Researcher Day, usually held before the Congress begins.

ICMI is hereby inviting the ICMI community: ICMI country representatives, national/regional mathematics education and mathematics organizations and academic institutions to consider the possibility of organizing and hosting the International Congress on Mathematical Education in July/August 2032.

Please note: Applications by convention centers, tourist agencies or any other commercial organization will not be considered.

[READ HERE FOR FULL GUIDELINES, DEADLINES AND FURTHER DETAILS](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/SMK1E8tHeGgDwBt7TR6ZKbGSvubb/rDtKhLfAwsk4 "https://www.mathunion.org/icmi/icmi-newsletter-march-2025#on-page-5")

**Updates from ICME-16**
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ICME-16 is set to take place in the heart of Europe—Prague, Czech Republic on July 9-16, 2028. Our venue, O2 Universum, is ready to welcome thousands of participants, and we are aiming for an incredible turnout!

The preparations for this prestigious congress are well underway. First and foremost, ICMI has established the International Program Committee, bringing together professionals from around the world. Their first onsite meeting is scheduled for September 15-19, 2025, in Prague. This early start gives us plenty of time to shape a rich and dynamic program, ensuring that all invited speakers and presenters are confirmed well in advance.

A special highlight of ICME-16 will be the Afternoon of Central and Eastern European Countries. Given the region’s shared history and wealth of insights to offer, we are thrilled to create this unique event. A dedicated group of ambassadors from 12 countries has come together to explore the theme: Mathematics communities, curriculum, and teaching in the 1970s/80s, the 1990s, and today. Researchers across the region have already begun collaborating on various aspects of this important topic.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the ICMI Executive Committee for entrusting us with the organization of such a prestigious event. ICME-16 is not only a fantastic opportunity for global collaboration but also a chance to highlight the contributions of our region to the field of mathematics education research.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Prague in 2028—let’s make ICME-16 an unforgettable experience!

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**News from the Klein Project**
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The Klein Project is an IMU/ICMI project with the aim of producing mathematics resources for secondary teachers on contemporary mathematics. It was inspired by Felix Klein’s book Elementary Mathematics from a Higher Standpoint, first published over 100 years ago. It is intended as a stimulus to help mathematics teachers make connections between the mathematics they teach, or can be asked to teach, and the field of mathematics while taking into account the evolution of this field over the last century. A Design Group was established and plans formed to produce “Klein-vignettes”. A vignette is a short, readable piece on a topic of contemporary mathematics. Besides these vignettes, the Klein project also works on “Bridging Klein vignettes,” bridging the gap between the mathematics explained in a classical vignette and its use in the classroom.

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**News from CANP 4 – East Africa**
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Mary A. Ochieng (Strathmore Institute of Mathematical Sciences, Nairobi, Kenya) reports about CANP4 (East Africa) activitites and identified learning needs of the Mathematics Teacher Educators (MTEs) based in the CANP4 region. A first joint MTE meeting was held on February, 28, 2025. At this meeting, information about CANP was disseminated. The objectives of CANP4 were also discussed along with the expected outcomes. MTEs were encouraged to make presentations at the upcoming [AFRICME7 ](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsDhYHbMyEvHwHUQb9GTeV/C7r0H9rq162t)conference to be held in Johannesburg. Moreover, sharing learning engagements, collaborations through joint research, and talks and discussions on emerging issues in teaching and learning mathematics were emphasized by every presenter... 
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**Great moments at the CERME-14 in Bolzano (Italy)**
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Núria Planas, ICMI EC Member (2025-2028) reports about her experience of the 14th CERME in Bolzano which took place a few weeks ago.  
[**R**](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsF4YQCe9JD3R3fukcCgmh/hT45hPXJtb_j "https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsFWt8P4XfIybJjk8RBQUl/BWZzM6bOxY0g")[**EAD THE FULL ARTICLE HE**](https://www.mathunion.org/icmi/icmi-newsletter-march-2025#on-page-9)[**RE**](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsFzDqbUw1OtlZnZWGAACp/8zLPWf9wKjVc "https://www.mathunion.org/icmi/icmi-newsletter-march-2025#on-page-9")

**In memoriam – Obituary for Ole Skovsmose, 1944 – 2025 **
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**Dare to imagine, dare to live!**
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Ole Skovsmose was born in 1944 in Hjørring, Northern Denmark. He attended Hjørring Teacher Training College (1963–1967) and earned his teaching qualifications for the Danish public comprehensive school. He then studied mathematics and philosophy at Copenhagen University (1968–1975) while also working as a teacher educator at Copenhagen Day and Evening Teacher Training College. In 1977, he began his doctoral studies at the Royal Danish School of Educational Studies, where he developed his initial ideas on critical mathematics education. Drawing from Critical Theory, he examined how mathematics teaching and learning in classrooms can often be an oppressive experience for students and explored possibilities for teachers to change this. Although his work was not initially well received —since connecting social and philosophical critique to mathematics and mathematics education was almost unimaginable at the time— he earned his Ph.D. in 1982 and subsequently published his thesis as a book for teachers in Denmark. This marked the beginning of a prolific academic career and authorship... 
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**Math Learning Centre named after Professor Eric R. Muller**
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It may be rather rare nowadays that a university room be named after a person not in gratitude for a generous financial donation—however important these may be in the life of universities—but as a tribute to academic excellence and dedication. Such an event occurred recently at Brock University (Canada) when the Learning Centre of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics became the “Eric Muller Math & Stats Learning Centre.” 
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**News from the Commission for Developing Countries (CDC)**
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Ludovic Rifford, CDC Secretary for Policy

The next International Congress of Mathematicians will take place in Philadelphia, USA, from July 23 to July 30, 2026. The call for applications for the ICM 2026 Travel Support Program, which provides financial support to mathematicians from eligible developing countries to attend, is now closed. The program received an impressive number of applications from across all continents. Applicants will be notified of the results in the spring of 2025.

The CDC strongly encourages mathematicians and students from developing countries to apply to CDC calls listed on the CDC website. 
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**News from ICMI Affiliate Organizations**
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**News from EMF – Espace Mathématique Francophone – **
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**Next symposium in May in Montreal**
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The next Symposium EMF 2025 will be held from May 26-30, 2025, at the University of Québec in Montreal (Canada). It is organized by a consortium composed of the University of Québec in Montréal, the University of Québec in Outaouais, the University of Québec in Abitibi-Témiscamingue, the University of Québec in Rimouski, the University of Québec in Trois-Rivières, The University of Sherbrooke, the University of Montreal, and the University Laval in Quebec City.

The theme of this symposium is “Mathematics education facing a world in acceleration: Issues, challenges and opportunities.”

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**News from ERME - the European Society for Research in Mathematics Education – Report of CERME14**
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Frode Rønning, President of ERME shares information about recent ERME Activities. The 14th Congress of the European Society for Research in Mathematics Education, CERME14, was held from February 4-8, 2025, in Bozen-Bolzano, Italy. The CERME conferences have traditionally been held every second year in early February, and, after some disruptions due to the pandemic, they are now back on track. The congress attracted 850 participants from more than 50 countries. The number of participants has been steadily growing from around 100 at CERME1 in 1998, but it seems to have reached its maximum now. Going beyond 900 will make it extremely difficult to find a suitable location (read university) where the congress can be held at reasonable costs. The ERME Board is very grateful to the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano for having taken on the task to organize CERME14...

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**News From ICTMA – Welcome to the 22nd International Conference on the Teaching of Mathematical Modelling and Applications (ICTMA22),**
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** August 11-15, 2025**
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In 1989 the fourth International Conference on Teaching of Mathematical Modelling and Application (ICTMA4) was arranged in Roskilde in Denmark. For ICTMA22 in 2025, ICTMA extends an invitation to all researchers, teachers, and mathematicians interested in the teaching and learning of mathematical modelling and applications to return to Scandinavia again—but this time to Sweden and the city of Linköping! The day before the official scientific program of ICTMA22 begins, on Sunday, August 10 from 12 – 4:30 pm, a special activity will be offered for early-career researchers. 

[READ THE FULL NE](https://www.mathunion.org/icmi/icmi-newsletter-march-2025#on-page-16)[WS](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsFzKi3dkya3v3tOp08Sn5/yOczDekLEU2Q "https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsGRfQG49Kfz5JxECp7CV9/2Ahq7zzR02Kv")

**News From ISDDE – The International Society for Design and Development in Education – Next Conference**
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The ISDDE conference will be held in Galway, Ireland, from May 19-22, 2025. ISDDE is a highly professional and supportive community and if you are involved in designing STEM curricula, assessments, resources, or professional development, ISDDE is the place to be!

Participation and abstract submission are available until **April 30**. 

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**News from ISGEm – the International Study Group on Ethnomathematics – Announcement of the 8th International Congress on Ethnomathematics**
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We are pleased to invite the entire Ethnomathematics community and interested parties to participate in the 8th International Congress on Ethnomathematics, which will take place from August 2-7, 2026 at the La Salle Public Higher Education School, in Urubamba, Cusco, Peru, South America, located in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. More information coming soon!

In August 2020, we restarted the publication of the *ISGEm* Newsletter, and we are also continuing to update the [ISGEm website](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsGu08SUXgluFa13ae5wDD/9y53a-RRNKRA).We are also keeping the original ISGEm goal of publishing two issues of the Newsletter a year: the first one in May and the second one in November, as originally conceived in 1985. 

If you would like to participate in the ISGEm Newsletter, we invite you to send your contribution in English, Portuguese, or Spanish by April 30, 2025, to be considered for publication in the next issue in May 2025.

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**News from ICMI Country Representatives (CR)**
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**News from France – International Conference in the honor of Guy Brousseau**
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The death of Guy Brousseau on February 16, 2024, was a major event for the mathematics didactics research community and, more generally, for the world of mathematics education and those involved in it. Based on the initiative of the ARDM (Association for Research in Didactics of Mathematics), the ADIREM (Assembly of Directors of Research Institutes on the Teaching of Mathematics), and the CFEM (the French sub-commission of the ICMI) and driven by a collegial effort, a conference will be organized from July 7-10, 2025, at the University of Bordeaux (France) to pay tribute to our eminent colleague and to the influence of his pioneering work.

The aim of this conference is, on the one hand, to share the decisive role played by Guy Brousseau and the theory of didactic situations in numerous institutions, associations, and actions for schools and the teaching of mathematics at the local level, in the national and international research community, and among teachers and teacher trainers. 

The language of the conference is French; however, some of the talks will be given in English.

For more information on the conference, please visit the [conference website](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsHofYrLKOxka68iMI3PdL/ZZ04FhibRqQX).

Guy Brousseau received the first Felix Klein award of the ICMI in 2003, and a [unit is dedicated to his work in the frame of the AMOR project](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsDhm0Vec9HcFFg5CdD4p1/oBJv2_dYSBcP).

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**News from Germany – Establishing the nationwide research-based mathematics professional development program QuaMath**
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In 2011, the German Center for Mathematics Teacher Education (DZLM) was established to develop mathematics-specific research-based professional development (PD) structures and programs. Twelve universities and 25 professors in mathematics education have engaged to create a national coherence and to cooperate with ministries and PD institutions of 16 federal states in Germany.  Since 2021, the DZLM has been adopted into the IPN Leibniz Institute for Science and Mathematics Education.

After 11 years of preparation, QuaMath (“Developing **Qu**ality of **Math**ematics Classrooms and Teacher PD”), the nationwide PD implementation program running from 2022 to 2033 was launched. Its aim is to strengthen mathematics competences of K–13 students, to promote mathematics teacher expertise, and to develop the quality of mathematics instruction and of mathematics teacher PD for 10,000 schools...

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**News from Luxembourg - Digital Science – A Pluridisciplinary Approach to Algorithmic Thinking and Creativity**
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Luxembourg has introduced a Digital Science course in secondary education to develop problem-solving skills through algorithmic thinking and computational methods. This pluridisciplinary course integrates mathematics, computer science, data analysis, robotics, and artificial intelligence. With a strong focus on programming, creativity, and critical thinking, it prepares students for an increasingly digital world.

The course builds computational thinking on a foundation of mathematical reasoning. Students learn to break down problems, structure algorithms, and implement them in code. By translating mathematical concepts into computational solutions, they enhance their pattern recognition, abstraction, and algorithmic efficiency—key skills in both mathematics and programming.

The coding aspect encourages experimentation, iteration, and optimization, similar to refining a mathematical proof. Programming languages become tools for solving real-world problems, including data analysis, simulations, and artificial intelligence applications.

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**News from Poland – XXXIII National Conference of SNM (the Association of Mathematics Teachers) – Mathematics of the Future**
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For over three decades, the Polish Association of Mathematics Teachers has been supporting educators in improving teaching methods and promoting modern educational solutions. This year's XXXIII National Conference of SNM, held on February 21-24, 2025, in Szczecin, brought together over 800 mathematics teachers from across Poland. The event served as a platform for inspiring debates, workshops, and lectures led by distinguished experts in mathematics education.

The conference provided an opportunity for in-depth analysis of the most important issues related to mathematics education. Discussions covered topics such as the national curriculum, modern technology in education, effective teaching methods, and the well-being of teachers and students. Two debates were particularly engaging: The first focused on the future of mathematics education in Poland, whereas the second explored the role of technology in teaching mathematics, including the potential introduction of scientific calculators in the extended-level matura exam....

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**News from South Africa - Association for Mathematics Education of South Africa (AMESA) Regional Activities**
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Dr VG Govender - South Africa Country Representative reports about upcoming activites.

**AMESA National Congress**

The 30th AMESA National Congress will take place at the University of Limpopo, in Polokwane, Limpopo from June 30 - July 4, 2035. The theme is Envisioning Equitable Mathematics Education: Promoting relevance and engagement. For more details visit the [official AMESA National Congress website](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsFzRZVmZvlE4XzE7k6lNL/lXuMHsnhMbs1).

**South African Mathematics Olympiad (SAMO)**

There are two categories, the junior for Grades 8 and 9 students and the senior for Grades 10-12 students. It is expected that at least 60,000 students from South Africa and other African countries will take part in the first round of SAMO. For more details, please visit the [official SAMO website](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsGRmHiCyHr9Eo33VZ5V5P/fkx1A5i4WuFv).

**South African Mathematics Challenge (SAMC)**

The South African Mathematics Challenge (SAMC) is a competition for primary school students in South Africa. There are separate papers for Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, and Grade 7. It is expected that at around 70,000 students from South Africa and other African countries will take part in the first round of SAMC 2025. For more details, please check the link go to the [official SAMC website](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsGu6zudMdx4P46stO4EnT/5Hx7IMTalXvd).

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**Conferences to come**

**l'Espace Mathématique Francophone (EMF 2025)**
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Dates: May 26 - 30, 2025
Locartion: Montréal, Canada
More information on the [website](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsHomQJU9M8ujaEXf21iDb/Iy_QWGo52oKi).

**Annual Conference of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education (PME)**
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Dates: July 28 - August 2, 2025
Location: Santiago, Chile
More information on the [website](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsDhsrxnR6SmOjluVNBNPH/w8Q1RhjWVpne).

**International Conference on the Teaching of Mathematical Modelling and Application- ICTMA-22**
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Dates: August 10 - 15, 2025
Location: Sweden at Linköping University
More information on the [website](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsEADaADpSYhYzpjtCA77L/Fu4m38uRDEbl).

**International Group for Mathematical Creativity and Giftedness- (MCG) 14th conference**
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Dates: on June 16 - 18, 2025
Location: Karlstad, Sweden
More information on the [website](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsEcYIMeDoecjFtZH18qpP/HTs7l14Vm4RP).

**9th ICMI-East Asia Regional Conference on Mathematics Education (EARCOME 9) **
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Dates: July 18-22, 2025
Location: Seoul National University, Siheung Campus, Korea, 
The theme of the conference is “RE: Visiting the Essence of Mathematics Education in the Era of Digital Transformation.
More information on the [website](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsF4t0Z4cAkXtVxOeq7aXT/UQZgiZMWmJHh).

**International Society for Design and Development in Education - ISDDE **
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Dates: May 19-22, 2025
Lcoation: University of Galway, Ireland
More information on the [website](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsFXDilV0WqT3m1E2f6KFX/d3raCWaO6Pbr).

**Congresso Iberoamericano de Educação Matemática (CIBEM) **
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Dates: 7 to 11 July 2025
Lcoation: Guadalajara, Mexico
More information on the [website.](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsFzYQxvOswOE253QU53xb/ElQGUT_qHuNo)

**AFRICME-7**
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Dates: 15 to 18 July 2025
Location: University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa South Africa
More information in the [second announcement.](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsGRt9ALnF2JOI8soJ3nff/ZgNIPjXmAY85)

**IV CEMACYC**
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IV Congreso de Educación Matemática de América Central y El Caribe (IV CEMACYC)
Dates: November 2-7, 2025
Location: Santo Domingo, Domenican Republic
More information on the [website](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsGuDrMmBb8EYYCiC82XNj/0xVCoB_emxVh)

**World Federation of National Mathematics Competitions - WFNMC-10**
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Dates: 2026 (Date tbc)
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
More information on the [website](https://62s8s.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/1t6Af4OiGsHMYZZCZxE9ioGXZx1H5n/L1WcqZpjFsKF).

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