After seven years of putting the case for inclusive and equitable quality education for children and young people globally, the Education Commission concluded its work on 30th June 2023.
Several of the programs of the Education Commission have now been transferred to the Education Development Center (EDC) led by Dr Liesbet Steer. To learn more visit here.
The International Finance Facility for Education (IFFEd), created by the Education Commission will soon make a statement about its own future progress as an independent organization. To learn more about IFFEd visit here.
We thank the dedicated Commissioners, Commission team, donors, countries, our many partners and the new institutions created as a result of the work of the Commission who have not only helped implement the Commission’s recommendations but championed education for all.
See here for letter sent by our Chair Gordon Brown to Commissioners.
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About the Commission
The Education Commission is a major global initiative engaging world leaders, policymakers, and researchers to develop a renewed and compelling investment case and financing pathway for achieving equal educational opportunity for children and young people.
Read our impact report: The Education Commission: Creating a Learning Generation | Our Journey, Our Impact 2016-2021