All children are born to learn. But so many never do.
In sub-Saharan Africa today, for every ten children, only two emerge at the end of primary school able to read and understand what they are reading.
The Global Education Monitoring Report, African Union and the Association for the Development of Education in Africa are shining a spotlight on children’s learning on the continent. They are working with Ministries of education on a series of Spotlight Reports to turn the hopes and dreams of our children into reality.
Join the #BorntoLearn campaign and call on actors to read and act on the recommendations in these reports and put children's learning at the top of the agenda.
Join the campaign on 16 June
On the Day of the African Child (June 16th), we invite you to stand alongside the GEM Report and our partners, the Association for the Development of Education in Africa (ADEA) and the African Union, in calling for foundational learning to be made a priority across the continent.
Help spread the word to other organizations and colleagues so that we can demonstrate a powerful groundswell of support and present an unwavering voice to policymakers, demanding urgent attention to this critical issue.
How to get involved
- Share how you are making a difference to foundational learning through your projects, or initiatives. Feel free to include a link to your work, and we'll share and amplify on our channels. Use the hashtag #BorntoLearn to amplify your impact and contribute to a powerful collective voice advocating for foundational learning for all.
- Take a photo, forming an 'L' for Learning using your thumb and forefinger and share on social media using the hashtag #BorntoLearn. This simple gesture will serve as a visual identifier for the movement as a whole.
Let's harness the power of social media and the Day of the African Child, 16th June, to demonstrate our collective commitment to education. Share your message, make an 'L' for Learning, and be part of the #BorntoLearn movement.
Resources
All children are #Borntolearn. But so many never do. Visit our website which is dedicated to showcasing the education journeys of four school children in Africa, Godfred, Priscilla, Rougui and Pape. As part of the GEM Report Spotlight Series, this platform offers an exclusive glimpse into the lives of these young learners as they navigate their educational paths in diverse contexts.
Embark on a virtual journey as you explore the unique experiences, aspirations, and accomplishments of these remarkable children.
