A/71/358 in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, as well as pursuant to their commitments under the Education 2030 agenda. Encouraging reflections and advocacy by the intellectual community and civil society organizations 112. The intellectual community and civil society organizations should foster public debate on issues of key importance in lifelong learning. Research, events and expert consultations and advocacy on lifelong learning should be encouraged and supported for a greater understanding of lifelong learning and greater awareness of its importance in societies in the twenty-first century. 26/26 16-14910