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📢 📢Big news! The first global report on Early Childhood Care & Education is here! Yesterday, UNESCO and UNICEF launched a groundbreaking report on ECCE and our Executive Director Elizabeth Lule was part of it! This report follows through on a commitment made at the World Conference on ECCE two years ago to prioritize early childhood education globally. Here's why it matters: ▶ Investing in early childhood education brings MAJOR social & economic returns. ▶There is progress made, but challenges remain. ▶Millions of children won't reach basic reading skills without immediate action. The report offers solutions, including: ▶Putting young children at the heart of education policies. ▶Increasing funding from domestic & international sources. ▶Strengthening global partnerships. ▶Expanding #RightToEducation to ensure every child thrives. Let's give children the best start by prioritizing early education! #EducationStartsEarly #ECCE #GlobalGoals Photo credit: UNESCO Read the full report ➡ https://lnkd.in/dJcFMa7a

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Do you have idea that 37% of the world’s children—over 300 million—might not achieve basic reading proficiency by 2030 without urgent action? This learning crisis is a wake-up call for all of us. UNESCO and UNICEF’s latest global report (https://lnkd.in/gBbQGzkn) on Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) highlights the transformative power of quality early education. It reveals key hurdles such as: a) Access - Millions of children are still out of school. b) Teacher Training - Only 57% of pre-primary teachers in low-income countries are qualified, and 6 million more are needed by 2030. c) Funding - A $21 billion annual gap stands between us and universal pre-primary education goals. The report also outlines nine actionable recommendations to address these issues, which includes: a) Centering young children in policies.   b) Increasing funding for ECCE. c) Building global partnerships for equity and inclusion. d) Advocating for a legally binding framework to ensure every child’s right to education. Investing in early childhood is not just about education—it is about unlocking the potential of future generations and ensuring a brighter tomorrow for all. It's time to prioritize ECCE and make quality education a reality for every child, everywhere. #ECCE #EducationForAll #GlobalLearningCrisis #UNESCO #UNICEF #EducationMatters

UNICEF and UNESCO have partnered to publish a global report on early childhood care and education. The report highlights the valuable impact of early childhood education, policy gaps, and countries that have made smart investments in children. #EducationStartsEarly

‼️New Global Report by UNESCO and UNICEF Highlights Urgent Need for Investment in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE). During my time working with Lively Minds , I witnessed firsthand the transformative power of quality early childhood education. These foundational years are crucial for promoting school readiness, foundational learning, and lifelong well-being. The latest report from UNESCO and UNICEF provides valuable insights into the current state of ECCE and outlines the steps needed to ensure all children have access to quality early education. Key Highlights: Current State: Almost 60% of children in low-income countries do not have access to early care and learning opportunities. Financial Gap: To meet national targets, low and lower-middle-income countries need to fill an annual financial gap of USD 21 billion and recruit at least six million more educators by 2030. Global Learning Crisis: An estimated 37% of the world's children will not reach minimum proficiency levels in reading by 2030 unless immediate action is taken. Policy Recommendations: The report calls for increased investment in ECCE, better training for educators, and stronger policies to ensure all children have the right to a strong educational foundation. It is imperative that we continue work to advocate for and implement the recommendations from this report. Investing in ECCE is investing in our future. Read the full report here:

Welcoming the report, our Dr. Janine Händel comments: “Among other concerning gaps, the report highlights the need for data-driven decision-making and enhanced training of preschool teachers, which are key focus areas of our School Readiness Initiative. Our Foundation is committed to contributing in order to address these gaps.”   Important findings included: ➖ Annually, world-wide, there is a massive financial gap USD 21 billion needed to ensure every country meets its national target for pre-primary education ➖ 60% of children in low-income countries still don’t have access to early childhood care and education ➖ Only 57% of pre-primary educators in low-income countries have the required education and training Read the whole report, produced jointly by UNESCO and UNICEF, to learn more about the solutions and recommendations to ensure that millions of children have the start in education that they deserve.

With executive functions named in the revised #EYLF, Parian Madanipour’s research addresses important questions about the enactment of theory in practice. #earlychildhoodeducation #earlychildhoodteaching #earlylearning

Celebrating the International Day of the African Child: Together for Children's Education in Africa! A Day of Reflection and Action for the Future of African Children Today, we celebrate the International Day of the African Child under the inspiring theme: "Education for All Children in Africa: The Time is Now!" This day presents a valuable opportunity to reflect on the challenges and opportunities in improving education and well-being for every child on the African continent. A Call to Action and Solidarity @ppsmburundi acknowledges the significant efforts already made by various committed stakeholders in combating harmful practices affecting children's mental health. The hard work of these individuals and organizations is a source of inspiration and positive change. However, much remains to be done to ensure that every African child has access to quality education and a healthy environment in which to grow. Encouraging and Supporting Change Makers We urge all actors – educators, governments, NGOs, communities, and families to continue working together to create a better future for African children. Their efforts are crucial in removing barriers to education and establishing protective and supportive practices for young people's mental health. A Day of Reflection and Planning 📝 This day should be an opportunity for everyone to consider concrete actions aimed at promoting the well-being of every African child. Let us come together to share ideas, resources, and effective strategies to overcome current challenges. Together, we can create an environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive. Finally, on this International Day of the African Child, let us renew our commitment to ensuring quality education for all children in Africa. It is a collective responsibility that requires our dedication and cooperation. The time is now to take concrete steps to guarantee a bright and promising future for every African child. Let's work together for a world where every child can dream, learn, and grow without limits.

UNESCO's latest global report highlights the critical role of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) in tackling global learning and well-being challenges. The report reveals that only 1 in 3 children worldwide have access to quality ECCE and calls for a significant increase in funding, robust global partnerships, and comprehensive policy reforms. By placing young children at the center of educational policies, the report emphasizes that early investment in ECCE can significantly improve educational outcomes and well-being for children globally. At Sampark Foundation, we are deeply committed to transforming early education. Through our innovative initiatives like Sampark TV and Teach-Easy Kits, we have positively impacted the lives of 1.5 crore rural children across 8 states. By leveraging AI-enabled insights from over 10 lakh data points and guided by our 'Teachers First' philosophy, we ensure that our educational solutions are effective and engaging. Our efforts are dedicated to building a solid educational foundation that prepares young minds for a bright and successful future. Link - https://lnkd.in/ert-M6qE #EarlyChildhoodEducation #TeachersFirst

Advancing Brazil’s public education system is crucial to reducing poverty and income inequality and promoting social and economic prosperity. Recognizing the need for educational reform, in 2010, a group of literacy teachers from Santa Luzia do Itanhy (SE), Brazil partnered with neuroscientists from Unicamp, under the coordination of The Human Project, to create Synapse, a methodology employing teachers as activators and multipliers to improve public school education in the small and poorest municipalities of Brazil. Synapse is currently present in 52 municipalities in 7 Brazilian states, engaging more than 2,000 teachers and benefiting more than 35,000 students annually. Additionally, in 2018, Synapse Educação Infantil was established to focus on the socioemotional development of children in the first years of life – and is now present in 6 Brazilian municipalities. Collectively, these entrepreneurial initiatives transformed into the Synapse Network, an autonomous social organization led by teachers, with operational support from partners and investors, with the goal of improving public education in Brazil. To showcase this teacher-led movement, the Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce, Inc., in partnership with The Human Project, will host a breakfast seminar highlighting the Rede Synapse's mission of providing quality and inclusive public education in Brazil. The program will uncover a process of continuous improvement and evaluation in which teachers assume the responsibility of doing their best to provide all Brazilian children with quality early childhood education and literacy by 2030. *Presentations will be in Portuguese Moderator: - Saulo Faria Almeida Barretto, Institutional Relations and Business Development, The Human Project Speakers: - Kiara Ramos, Founder and Mobilization Leader, Synapse Network; Municipal Literacy Teacher, Santa Luzia do Itanhy, Sergipe, Brazil - Lícia Muniz, Municipal Preschool Teacher, Santa Luzia do Itanhy, Sergipe, Brazil Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/ePFJhiSS #BrazilUSCham #ChamberEvent #Brazil #PublicEducation #Teachers #TheHumanProject #Synapse #ChildEducation #Children #SocialDevelopment #Entrepreneurship