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🌟 Investing in Our Future: The Power of Education for Young Minds 🌟 At the heart of every thriving society lies a foundational commitment to education, particularly for our youngest learners. The early years of a child's life are not just about learning basics; they are about igniting curiosity, fostering creativity, and building the confidence to explore the world. Why is education for young ones so crucial? 🤔 Foundation for Lifelong Learning: Early education sets the stage for lifelong learning, shaping the way children think, learn, and interact with the world around them. Critical Skill Development: These formative years are vital for developing critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and social skills, preparing children to navigate the complexities of life. Equality and Opportunity: Access to quality education from a young age can level the playing field, offering every child, regardless of background, the opportunity to succeed and thrive. As advocates for education, we must all play our part in ensuring that every child has access to the resources, support, and opportunities they need to grow and learn. Whether through volunteering, donating, or simply raising awareness, your contribution can make a profound difference in the lives of young learners. Let's come together to champion the cause of education for all children. By investing in their future, we're investing in the world's future. Let's inspire, support, and celebrate every step of their educational journey. 📚✨Join us in this vital mission. Share your stories, support local educational initiatives, and let's make education accessible to every child, everywhere. Because when we lift our young ones, we lift humanity. #EducationForAll #EarlyLearning #ChildhoodEducation #InvestInFuture #SupportYoungMinds

We know that there is an urgent need to develop strong and equitable systems of learning in K–2. While the field is seeing some increase in awareness of the potential role the early primary grades can play, there is much to be learned and accomplished to ensure that children have access to appropriate, high-quality teaching and learning experiences across the K–2 continuum. Recently, we had the opportunity to conduct a comprehensive landscape analysis to inform a deeper understanding of current conditions, policies, and practices within the K–2 space (alongside our partners at New America – Education Policy Program). Check out the brief: Making the Early Grades Matter: Seven Ways to Improve Kindergarten Through Grade 2 to learn more. https://lnkd.in/dX4NR_sE #ECE

Get Smart(er) with Quality Education: Daily Actions and a Brain-Teasing Quiz! Happy New Month everyone! As we step into the second half of 2024, I wish you an abundance of blessings, guidance, and success. Let's embrace the coming months with optimism and determination. Let's also commit to daily actions that support the SDGs 4 and create a brighter future for all. SDG 4 strives to provide inclusive, equitable, and quality education for all, promoting lifelong learning and reducing inequalities. Every child and adult deserves the opportunity to receive a quality education. --- Daily Actions: 1. Donate Books Today, gather books that you no longer need and donate them to a local library, school, or community center. This small act can provide valuable resources for students and contribute to lifelong learning opportunities for many. 2. Share Educational Resources Use your social media platforms to share free educational resources and learning materials with your network. 3. Volunteer as a Tutor Spend a few hours each week tutoring students in your community. This can be done in person or online through various platforms. Quiz 1. True or False: SDG 4 also focuses on ensuring equal access to affordable and quality technical, vocational, and tertiary education, including university. 2. Which organization is primarily responsible for tracking progress on SDG 4? - A) World Health Organization (WHO) - B) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) - C) International Monetary Fund (IMF) 3. According to SDG 4, how many additional qualified teachers are needed to achieve universal primary and secondary education? - A) 3 million - B) 6 million - C) 10 million Let's work together towards ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education for all! #SDG4 #QualityEducation #GlobalGoals #SustainableDevelopment #EducationForAll #20daylinkedinchallengewithhaoma Feel free to answer the quiz questions in the comments below!

Do you know what the Global Achievement Gap is? 👇 In today's rapidly evolving world, the global achievement gap is widening, leaving many students unprepared for the demands of the 21st century. This gap, highlighted by Tony Wagner in "Most Likely to Succeed: Preparing Our Kids for the Innovation Era," refers to the disparity between the skills students are acquiring in traditional education systems and the skills they need to thrive in a modern, innovation-driven economy. Young adults need to be creative and innovative problem-solvers to succeed, yet many educational systems still focus on rote memorization and standardized testing, failing to foster critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability. 💡 Read Wagner's book here: https://lnkd.in/gznFWu8D At The Apprentice Project (TAP), we are dedicated to closing this gap by empowering under-served children with essential 21st-century skills. 💡 Learn more about our work and how you can get involved at The Apprentice Project: https://lnkd.in/fYnSS5x #TAPforimpact #theapprenticeproject #nonprofit #21stcenturyskills #globalachievementgap

Did you know that 99% of the international school industry serves only 1% of the students? We’re here to change that. By offering a CSR-based digital education solution at a fraction of the standard cost, we're not just bridging the digital divide; we're building a foundation for sustainable human development. For over a decade, we’ve embarked on a mission to redefine the international school landscape in the Global South, where the vast majority of students are underserved by the current market. Our non-profit initiative is pioneering a program aimed at making digital education accessible and affordable. We believe in the power of education as a human right, a force for freedom, democracy, and development. But we can't do this alone. We’re seeking partnerships with like-minded individuals and organizations. If our vision resonates with you, let’s connect. Together, we can transform the future of education. Interested in learning more or joining our mission? Let’s schedule a chat. Use the button at the top of this post. Video - https://lnkd.in/eF6e_vPc

Urgent Call for Change: Transforming Education for a Global Future Our K-12 system, designed for the Industrial Revolution, falls short in preparing students for the 21st century. As many as 85% of students will work in jobs that don't exist yet, demanding essential skills such as comfort with ambiguity, collaboration and problem-solving. These essential skills are not ‘soft skills’ they are life skills and they are future-proof. World Savvy's programs are making a real impact—86% of educators improve global competence in classrooms, and 79% connect students' identities to curricular content. Your donation to World Savvy today supports real change in education. Join us in preparing diverse young leaders for a future of engaged citizens in our multi-ethnic democracy.  #EducationForChange #GlobalCompetence #DonateToday #WorldSavvyImpact

Nonprofits are always asked "why now?" or "why is this urgent?" When the reality is that our nonprofits are always forward thinking and are trying to lead our communities to a better, stronger place. World Savvy is 22 years old - the work was needed 22 years ago and today and tomorrow. Watch the video.

The next time someone talks about transformational impact in education, think about: 1.     Building the school in their vicinity 2.     Hiring the teachers and school leaders responsible for educating students 3.     Providing basic amenities in school 4.     Ensuring students arrive safely to school 5.     Ensuring they are fed well before, during and after school 6.     Ensuring they are mentally, psychologically and physically in a safe and conducive environment 7.     Providing all the learning materials, books, TLMs, labs and other infra 8.     Planning and organizing educational, inspirational and exposure field trips 9.     How much of the 6 hours x ~200 school days in the year did they spend with the program 9a.     How much of the said time were they really engaged with it 9b.     How much of that is true for all students they worked with? 10. Ensuring they were not involved in child labour post school 11. Were they exhausted in summer holidays, was there learning loss 12. Ensuring availability of sufficient role models in their surroundings 13. Was there a loving and caring family environment at home 14. Was there a learning culture in the school 15. less discrimination in their community 16. Reduced crime rates? … etc I’m sure there are a lot more things that need to happen for a child to be able to learn anything and I have not even started on the curriculum, pedagogy stuff. There is so much about the environment that is outside the locus of control of a single organization and yet we have no problem claiming transformational impact of programs on students – doing just one workshop, conducting a few sessions, building one app or providing a few books. While it might be true for some students, it takes a lot more to get it working for the majority. Despite the CSR law completing more than a decade, it is staggering to see the amount of illiteracy among the corporates and the donor community in general on what education really is. I believe it is also the CSO’s responsibility to educate them before we fall into the donor/investor trap and show immediate “outcomes” and “impact”, overstating our own contributions and underplaying existing support structures thereby contributing to weakening them! There cannot be any transformation on a weak foundation and foundations may not be transformational, but are the essential building blocks and enablers for future transformation. #education #impact #longterm #CSR #philanthropy #foundations Inqui-Lab Foundation

"Imagine Life Without Learning..." Imagine life without learning – a world where curiosity is never fed, potential is never explored, and dreams remain in the shadows. It's a reality that many face daily, especially kids. who, despite facing physical challenges, are eager to unlock their full potential through education. At The IREDE Foundation, our commitment goes beyond limb empowerment; we ensure that our champions not only receive prosthetic limbs but also enjoy comprehensive educational opportunities. Through initiatives like our Educational Scholarship Fund, we actively break down barriers that may hinder a child's access to quality education, ensuring they are not limited to learning handwork but receive maximum academic support. Education, in its diverse forms, emerges as a powerful force for societal transformation. The theme for this year, "Learning for Lasting Peace," underscores that education extends beyond traditional classrooms. It encompasses a broader spectrum of knowledge acquisition, touching various aspects of life and values that promote unity and understanding. This theme serves as a reminder that education is a powerful tool in building bridges towards lasting peace. It encourages us to contribute to a world where every child can thrive, fostering a harmonious and inclusive global community. Now, more than ever, we invite you to be a part of this transformative narrative. You can contribute to our Education Fund by participating in our ongoing power of 3 campaign, Make a donation of 3000 naira and refer 3 persons to do the same. Your support ensures that every child can access quality education, laying the foundation for a world where lasting peace is not just an aspiration but a lived reality. Ready to make a change? Make a direct donation via Account Name: The IREDE Foundation. Bank: Access Bank Account No: 0692783735 Happy International Day of Education! #InternationalDayofEducation! #EmpowerDreams #EducationForAll #LearningForLastingPeace

At Dr. Myatt Academy, Education Isn't Just a Business, It's a Mission In the world of education, innovation often meets a complex reality. We, at Dr. Myatt Academy, understand this. We're a K12 (Currently K-6) homeschooling curriculum company, but our vision extends far beyond classrooms and textbooks. We're driven by a fundamental belief: every child deserves access to a quality education, regardless of circumstance. This isn't just a tagline; it's the heart of everything we do. Building Curriculum with Equity in Mind Our curriculum is meticulously crafted to be engaging, effective, and accessible. We leverage technology to create interactive learning experiences, while ensuring clear explanations and a focus on core concepts. This ensures every child, regardless of learning style, can thrive. Breaking Down Barriers to Education We know cost can be a significant barrier to quality education, and that's why our product is affordable. We want to be involved in philanthropic initiatives that donate curriculum access to underprivileged communities. We intend to bridge the digital divide and empower families who choose homeschooling. Building a Community of Learners We believe education is a collective journey. We foster a vibrant online community where parents, educators, and homeschooling enthusiasts can connect, share experiences, and support each other. Join Us in Making a Difference At Dr. Myatt Academy, we're not just building a business; we're building a future where education empowers every child. Are you passionate about education and giving back? We'd love to connect! Share your thoughts in the comments below, and let's discuss how, together, we can make a difference. #homeschooling #educationforall #philanthropy #elearning #teaching #curriculum