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🏆 Meet Mansour Al Mansour from Saudi Arabia, the winner of the 2025 GEMS Education Global Teacher Prize, a Varkey Foundation initiative organised in collaboration with UNESCO!    🌍 Selected from over 5,000 nominations and applications from 89 countries around the world, Mansour was announced as the winner during a ceremony at the World Governments Summit in Dubai. Now in its ninth year, the $1 million award is the largest prize of its kind. Congratulations, Mansour! 👏🎉 #GlobalTeacherPrize #TeachersMatter

#️⃣ Trending Teachers 2025 GEMS Education Global Teacher Prize winner Mansour Al Mansour was awarded the Media Excellence Award by the Minister of Media of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia! This recognition honours individuals for their outstanding contributions and achievements, reinforcing national values. Mansour’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Mansour started his teaching career in a small, rented building, overcoming immense challenges—from supporting underprivileged students and those with learning disabilities to working with parents who couldn’t read or write. But with unwavering dedication, Mansour transformed obstacles into opportunities, creating an inclusive and innovative learning environment—even teaching from a school kitchen. Mansour's passion led his students to excel, culminating in a national exhibition of scientific innovations. Congratulations, Mansour! 👏

During the 2025 GEMS Education Global Teacher Prize gala, co-host of the event Shereen M. interviewed Top 10 finalist Céline Haller on her 'Breakfast in Class' project and the skills it is instilling into her students. Watch as Céline shares how this initiative empowers her students to be responsible and confident citizens of the world! 🌍 Céline has redefined what it means to be an educator, exemplifying the transformative power of education, and stands as an inspiring testament to the critical role of teachers in shaping a better future. #GlobalTeacherPrize #TeachersMatter

#️⃣ Trending Teachers 2025 GEMS Education #GlobalTeacherPrize Top 10 finalist Subash Chandar K has been named a Top 3 finalist for the New Zealand Local Hero of the Year award! 🎉👏 Subash’s dedication to his students is truly inspiring, as he continues to transform the way mathematics is taught, making it more engaging and accessible for learners from all backgrounds. This well-deserved recognition highlights the incredible impact he continues to make in Aotearoa and beyond. Congratulations, Subash!

Not all heroes wear capes—some stand in classrooms, shaping the future one lesson at a time. ✨ This #MondayMotivation, let’s celebrate the teachers who inspire, uplift, and change lives every day. Tag an educator who’s made a difference in your life! 💪

#️⃣ Trending Teachers 2025 GEMS Education #GlobalTeacherPrize Top 10 finalist Mtambo Tionge was recognised by His Excellency Dr Lazarus Chakwera, President of Malawi, while speaking at an event for Malawian youth under 30. 👏 The President praised Tionge as a hero for expanding the horizons of both students and educators in Malawi, proving that education has the power to transform lives and shape a brighter future. #InspiringTeachers #TrendingTeachers #TeachersMatter

We had the incredible opportunity to celebrate the 2025 GEMS Education #GlobalTeacherPrize Top 10 finalists during a gala in Dubai! 🎉 In a series of inspiring conversations, we got to know each educator, their groundbreaking projects, and the passion that drives them. Kicking things off, co-host of the event Shereen M. spoke to Top 10 finalist Brett Dascombe, who is transforming geography lessons with cutting-edge geospatial tools. Watch as he shares how he’s making learning more interactive and impactful for his students! 🌍 Brett’s advocacy for interactive assessments has brought transformative changes to Queensland’s traditional education system, setting a precedent for integrating geospatial technology in classrooms statewide. #TeachersMatter

As we celebrate International Women’s Day 2025 on March 8th, watch these incredible Global Teacher Prize Ambassadors honour their female colleagues in a heartfelt game of ‘Pass the Phone.’ Let’s celebrate the women shaping education worldwide! 🌍💜 #GlobalTeacherPrize #TeachersMatter #IWD2025 Maggie MacDonnell, Tiffany Pace, Breanna Heels, sister zeph, Marilyn Pryle, Stella Gyimaah Larbi, Senyo Faith, Ann Marie Vanneste, Millicent Cassianes

During the 2025 GEMS Education Global Teacher Prize Gala, Sunny Varkey, Founder of the Global Teacher Prize and GEMS Education and Chairman of the Varkey Foundation, captivated the audience with a powerful reminder. "In a world of strong, loud opinions, the voice of the teacher must never be forgotten." Listen now! #GlobalTeacherPrize #TeachersMatter

What has been the impact of winning the Global Teacher Prize? 🏆 In this special series, past winners share how the prize has not only transformed their own journeys but also helped them connect with educators worldwide and amplify their missions. Hear from Maggie MacDonnell(2017), Peter Tabichi (2019), and sister zeph(2023) as they reflect on the power of the prize, the opportunities presented, and how they continue to drive change in classrooms and communities across the globe. 🚀 #GlobalTeacherPrize #TeachersMatter