AI Governance, Human Rights, and the New Human Contract
“Excellencies, distinguished colleagues, and stakeholders. This is Nektar, CEO and Founder of ICARUS Education from sunny Santa Monica, California! As we convene for this Global…
From the United Nations Forum in Geneva: Education is the Ultimate Human Right and Business Investment.
Opinion Statement for the 14th UN Forum on Business and Human Rights on the critical nexus of AI, Human Rights, and Corporate Responsibility. My core…
The AI Paradox: Education’s Role in Unlocking a New Global GDP
The world stands at a crossroads. As AI reshapes industries and redefines the future of work, we face a profound paradox: while AI promises a…
From MLKs ‘’I Have a Dream’ to ‘We Have a Responsibility’ in Digital Education”
62 years ago today, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his iconic “I Have a Dream” speech, a timeless call for justice, equality, and dignity.…
Global Education & EdTech Challenges: A Call for Collective Action.
After two decades immersed in the intersection of education, technology, and policy, I’ve seen remarkable progress—but also persistent, and in some cases growing, gaps.I’ve created…
ICARUS AI: Upholding the UN Global Compact Principles for a Better Educational Future
We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone for ICARUS AI: our official acceptance as a participant in the United Nations Global Compact! This achievement is…
Equitable Global Education
On June 16, 2025, we had the pleasure and honor to participate in the “Town Hall on the Global Digital Compact” by the United Nations…
Democratizing MLK’s Dream of True Education for a Global Generation.
“Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education.” These timeless words by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. speak to a profound truth:…
Building that exponential future for everyone
Abraham Lincoln: “The philosophy of the school room in one generation will be the philosophy of government in the next.” These aren’t just words from…
Global Knowledge Empowerment Initiative
The world is changing, and education—the very foundation of our future—must evolve to meet the challenge. Education is not just about acquiring knowledge; it is…