Peace & Security
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.”
Why climate change is an education issue, by Felipe Calderón (Project Syndicate)
Timed to coincide with the Education Commission’s Oslo meeting, Felipe Calderón explains why “only an educated global society can take the decisive action needed” to confront global climate change.
Secretary-General’s remarks at the opening of the 66th UN DPI/NGO conference
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon used a recent speech as an opportunity to reaffirm the belief that “Education is critical to nurture global citizens who can rise to the challenges of the 21st century.” The Secretary-General pointed to the recently launched Education Cannot Wait fund as a source of hope.
The right to dream
Youth Panelist and former child soldier Mohamed Sidibay reminds us how children are robbed of an education – the right to dream – in emergency situations.
Education Cannot Wait, by Gordon Brown
Education Commission Chair Gordon Brown makes the case for the new education in emergencies fund, “Education Cannot Wait,” ahead of its historic launch at next week’s World Humanitarian Summit in Istanbul.
The centrality of education, by Yuriko Koike
“Education can make a difference, even amidst chaos and strife.” Commissioner Yuriko Koike tells us how.
Scenes from the Ministers of Finance & Development Roundtable on Education
On Friday, April 15, 2016, Finance Ministers and Commissioners of The Education Commission, gathered around to discuss financing education around the globe. See highlights from our Twitter feed.