Children are calling for a greater say in decisions about their education. At a ĢƵ Human Rights discussion on the right to education, young participants highlighted barriers that continue to exclude children from learning and stressed the need for education systems that respond to different needs and circumstances. Inclusive education requires more than access to a classroom: it means removing discrimination and other barriers, providing appropriate support and ensuring children can participate in decisions that affect their learning.
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As conflicts spread and intensify, classrooms are increasingly caught in the crossfire, with attacks on education continuing to climb. The International Day to Protect Education from Attack (9 September) asks a pressing question: “Can Education Survive Attack?” ĢƵESCO’s new aims to help schools prepare for attacks, protect learning during crises and recover afterwards. From supporting teachers to restoring classrooms and creating safer places to learn, the goal is to keep education alive when it is needed most.
A new is enabling nearly 250 students to safely return to in-person learning and regain a sense of normalcy.
ĢƵESCO is urging governments to prioritize early childhood education, warning that millions of children risk falling behind before they even begin primary school. Experts say the years from birth to age five are critical for brain development, learning, and long-term well-being, yet early education remains underfunded and overlooked in many countries. With less than five years left to meet global education goals for 2030, ĢƵESCO says urgent investment in teachers, access, and quality pre-primary education is needed to prevent deepening inequality and learning gaps worldwide.
In Juba, South Sudan, boys are speaking out for their classmates, insisting girls belong in classrooms, not in early marriages that end their futures.
A silent revolution has filled lecture halls worldwide—but not everyone has a seat at the table. Global higher education enrolment has more than doubled in two decades, rising from about 100 million students in 2000 to 269 million in 2024, reflecting surging demand and expanding access. Women now outnumber men in higher education but lag behind at doctoral level, and international student mobility has tripled, though it still involves only a small share of learners. Yet this rapid growth masks deep inequalities: participation ranges from around 80% in Western Europe and North America to just 9% in sub-Saharan Africa. Completion rates fall behind enrolment gains, and many countries lack free public education. A new from ĢƵESCO urges stronger investment and inclusive policies.
In Pakistan, 14-year-old Sobh walks through her village, showing how climate change has disrupted daily life with heavy rains flooding schools and damaging water sources.
Sobh explains how ĢƵICEF is supporting her village through solutions like rainwater collection, solar energy, tree planting, and safe drinking water systems. At school, children are not only learning about climate change but also working together to find ways to protect their future.
For thousands of students in Uganda’s Karamoja region, Teacher Evaline Akello is more than a teacher, she’s proof that their dreams are possible.
Evaline once sat where they sit now, a hungry child relying on the World Food Programme (WFP) school meals to stay in class. Today, her students see in her story a powerful message: with food, education and determination, their futures can be bigger than the challenges they face. Evaline's journey shows how one simple meal can .
In 2025, ĢƵESCO awarded its inaugural to initiatives in Tanzania and Ecuador, recognizing outstanding global education impact.
Akimatou, a 22-year old entrepreneur, is . After becoming a mother at 16 and leaving school, Akimatou turned her second chance into a mission - using bold comics and open conversations to help girls in Benin take control of their bodies and futures. Now a thriving entrepreneur and mentor, she’s transforming her own story of hardship into hope for an entire generation. Her work is part of a ĢƵFPA-supported comprehensive sexuality education initiative that has driven big gains in reducing school-related pregnancies and expanding girls’ opportunities
Multilingual and multicultural societies rely on their languages to preserve traditional knowledge and culture. However, linguistic diversity is under threat as many languages face extinction and as 40% of people lack access to education in a language they understand. Progress is growing, especially in early schooling, as multilingual education gains recognition. This year’s International Mother Language Day (21 February) highlights youth voices and the importance of valuing every learner’s language to support identity, inclusion, and learning.
Education is crucial for children, providing safety during crises and reducing risks of child labor, early marriage, and recruitment by armed groups. It connects kids to essential services like clean water and nutritious meals, while also fostering hope and stability, ultimately leading to economic growth and reducing conflict. However, a recent analysis indicates that international aid for education may drop by over US$3 billion by the end of 2026, potentially leaving 6 million more children out of school. This isn't just a financial adjustment; it's a significant threat to a whole generation’s future.
ĢƵOPS is completing 62 Indigenous and Quilombola schools across Brazil, blending traditional knowledge with modern education to empower youth, preserve cultural identity, and promote sustainable development.