Kuyenda Collective

Read here!! Reflections from Rural Youth from the Kuyenda Collective on the Launch of the Global Action Week for Education 2024 #GAWE2024 coordinated by, Global Campaign for Education (GCE) https://lnkd.in/dBJVN4bV

Earlier this month, RYC’s in Mbogwe District, Tanzania, presented their data collection reflections to Policy Forum representatives, highlighting critical issues affecting access to quality education. Key takeaways: - Youth received strong support during the process. - Challenges included gaps in teacher information about students. - Parents requested government support for student meals and reduced school contributions. - Teachers sought clarity on the outcomes of the data collection. This collaborative effort provided valuable insights and brought stakeholders together for important deliberations.

Earlier this month, the RYC’s in Mbeya, Tanzania, gathered for a dynamic reflection session on data collection. hey shared their on-the-ground experiences and later presented their insights to Policy Forum representatives, bridging the gap between youth-driven data collection and policy impact. Earlier this month, the RYC’s in Mbeya, Tanzania, gathered for a dynamic reflection session on data collection. hey shared their on-the-ground experiences and later presented their insights to Policy Forum representatives, bridging the gap between youth-driven data collection and policy impact.

From the 12th to 14th November, Policy Forum had the honour of participating in the 4th International Quality Education Conference (IQEC 2024) held in Dar es Salaam. This event brought together education stakeholders from across Africa to discuss sustainable solutions for enhancing the quality of education and addressing inequalities in access and resources. As an organisation committed to promoting equitable policies in Tanzania, we actively contributed to the discussions, particularly on the importance of sustainable and inclusive education financing mechanisms. Here are the key highlights from our participation: 🔹Addressing Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs): IFFs, which drain approximately TZS 17.4 trillion ($7.6 billion) annually from Tanzania, can be combated to unlock vital resources for the education sector. Redirecting just 20% of recovered funds could fund teacher salaries, build much-needed classrooms, and address infrastructure gaps in underserved areas. 🔹Exploring Innovative Financing Mechanisms: Social Impact Bonds (SIBs) could promising outcome-based funding models to drive improvements in literacy and STEM education. 🔹Education-Focused Tax Incentives: Encouraging private sector investment in education infrastructure through tax incentives as a practical step to strengthen schools and resources. 🔹Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and Local Education Trust Funds: These strategies were explored as sustainable pathways for ensuring long-term investments in education. 🔹Collaboration for Policy Reform: Policy Forum advocates for a unified approach among government, civil society, and private sector stakeholders to reform tax systems, strengthen accountability, and ensure equitable allocation of resources to underserved communities. The discussions at IQEC 2024 underscored that quality education for all is achievable when resources are managed efficiently, and innovative solutions are embraced. We thank TEN/MET for organizing this impactful conference and look forward to continued collaboration with partners working to transform Tanzania’s education landscape. As we move forward, Policy Forum remains dedicated to advancing policies that prioritise education and bridge the gap between policy and action. #PolicyForEducation #IQEC2024 #EducationReform #EducationSystem

Today we are participating in an Education Journalism Think Tank hosted by Rhodes JMS (School of Journalism and Media Studies). Participants will gain: - skills in interpreting research and educational developments; - ability to create compelling by education-focused media using innovative approaches; - ability to use approaches and strategies for transformative forms of participatory communication. - an understanding of education history, sociology, and policy. The Think Tank aims to strengthen education journalism while building bridges between academia, media and education stakeholders, ultimately contributing to better engagement with education issues.

Our friends over at Students and Youth Working on Reproductive Health Action Team (SAYWHAT) are hosting their annual students conference in Botswana. Click link in poster to register and attend.

As we commemorate the International Day for Girls in ICT we shared some insights on the #Kuyenda Knowledge Hub which you can read here: https://lnkd.in/d2NbFJeQ #DigitalDivde #DigitalGenderGap #STEM #GIRLSinTech #Education #EducationOutcomes #KuyendaCollective

Check out this Transforming Education Financing Toolkit resource from leader in the education advocacy space, The Global Campaign for Education (GCE). Reforming and transforming education financing is critical if we are going to achieve #Transformativeeducation and #SDG4 https://lnkd.in/d-rw9BF3

We are excited to be attending Global Action Week for Education with our Rural Youth Collectives. #GAWE2024 #Transformativeeducationnow. We look forward to learning much this week and continuing to participate by amplyfying the voices of #ruralyouth in education advocacy spaces. Click link below to see the GAWE 2024 programme. https://lnkd.in/dHaptjFS

Read this piece on investing in Education Management Information Systems on our Keyed Knowledge Hub https://lnkd.in/dpRVhn5H