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Why securing peace and stability for children is an education issue
In June, Benin and other African countries observed the “Day of the African Child.” This year’s theme was “Conflict and Crisis in Africa: Protecting All Children’s Rights.” The theme is particularly relevant given that Africa “remains the most conflict-prone...
The youth have spoken: video challenge winners
Learn more about the full details of the contest here. A call was made to the youth of the world — “What does education mean to you?” The answers were breathtaking, inspiring and courageous. Education is the answer to our global success. With these three...
Empowering Syrian refugees with higher education
Using the Syrian Civil War as a case study, Jamiya Project Academic Adviser Paul O’Keeffe explores education in emergencies and how seemingly intractable situations present abundant opportunities for educational advancement.
Why investing in education in conflict-affected regions is critical for peace and stability
The Founder of Hope for Children Cameroon explains why “If we fail to close the education gap between developed and developing countries, we risk not meeting the ambitious Sustainable Development Goals.”
UN Secretary-General’s message on International Youth Day
On International Youth Day, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon calls for a “global push for progress” where young people are empowered with the “resources, backing and space they need to create lasting change in our world.”
Overcoming the challenges to improving education in Pakistan
Using their home country as an education financing case study, the Pakistan Coalition for Education concludes that “when it comes to improving the quality of education in developing countries, political will is the most important factor.”
Advancing quality education in Nigeria: a consultation hosted by Aid for Rural Education Access Initiative
As part of the conclusion of Aid for Rural Education Access Initiative’s (AREAi) consultation, participants stressed that “government agencies must be created to monitor the distribution, allocation and utilization of funding” for education.
Achieving quality and inclusive education in Africa: youth perspectives from Cameroon
For their Education Commission consultation, Local Youth Corner Cameroon brought together more than 100 students and civil society leaders representing over 20 sub-Saharan African countries.
Global voices come together: Education Commission consultation findings
Months of feedback during the Education Commission consultation period yielded 138 meetings held in more than 80 countries across 6 continents. Read the consultation summary note and some featured consultations here.