Education Cannot Wait

Learn how a reparative education initiative by
GSF, Neem Foundation & local partners–funded through an ECW AF grant–is helping children affected by conflict-related sexual violence rediscover confidence, connection & the joy of learning in #Nigeria.

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New #ECW Knowledge Exchange Brief!

ECW launches a new series to elevate practice-based learning from crisis-affected contexts & strengthen the humanitarian–development–peace Triple Nexus in #EiEPC.

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📰 How #ECW investments in #AnticipatoryAction is keeping #Pakistan’s children learning

From safeguarding school records to preparing temporary learning spaces, communities are acting early to protect education before disasters strike.

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In collaboration with Education Cannot Wait and UNICEF we are pleased to introduce a new tool to help monitor and address GBV-related risks in and around #education.

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#Day9 of #16Days

We must get every girl–everywhere–into safe, inclusive learning environments.

On #IDPD2025, #ECW calls for inclusive, gender-equitable & safe education in emergencies for all girls and boys, including those w/disabilities – so they can learn, thrive and reach their full potential.

🇺🇦 💚 High-quality education requires an appropriate framework. That is why the FCA is supporting the furnishing and equipping of the Berestyn Vocational School in the Kharkiv region with the support of the Education Cannot Wait.

#vocationaleducation #educationcannotwait #right2education

ECW Announces US$2 Million Grant for Flood-Affected Children in Pakistan First Emergency Response grant will reach 34,483 students through local consortium led by the Rural Support Programmes Network NEW YORK, Nov. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Education Cannot Wait (ECW) announced today a US$2 million First Emergency Response grant to address the urgent education needs of children affected by Pakistan’s devastating monsoon floods. The 12-month grant […]

ECW Announces US$2 Million Grant for Flood-Affected Children in Pakistan #Pakistan #EducationCannotWait #FloodRelief #EmergencyResponse #ChildEducation

Skills Training Program Builds Futures in Haiti Forced out of school by armed violence in Haiti, young people are finding hope in a UNICEF- supported job skills training program.

In #Haiti, a job skills training program run by UNICEF and partners with funding from @educannotwait.bsky.social is providing out-of-school young people with a path to employment and hope.

In a country where more than 1,600 schools are closed, these courses offer a vital lifeline.

#Day4 of #16Days!

Ending #GBV requires everyone to act: governments, civil society, local organizations, the private sector, humanitarian actors, schools and communities.

#EducationCannotWait urges all partners to stand together and insist: there is #NoExcuse for gender-based violence.

Education Cannot Wait Announces $3.5 Million Grant to Support Refugee Education in Bangladesh Education Cannot Wait has pledged a $3.5 million grant to help address the Rohingya refugee crisis in Bangladesh, aiming to provide education for 180,000 children.

Education Cannot Wait Announces $3.5 Million Grant to Support Refugee Education in Bangladesh #Bangladesh #ECW #Cox's_Bazar #Rohingya

On #Day3 of #16Days, ECW highlights the essential role of women leaders in education.

Research shows women-led schools often achieve stronger learning outcomes due to effective instruction & inclusive leadership practices.

Strengthening women’s leadership in EiE improves outcomes for every girl!

Join us in Brussels next Monday to explore how education can drive the next decade of EU external action and contribute to the success of #GlobalGateway.

🗓 1 December 2025 | 14:00–16:00
📍 Mission of Norway to the EU (Norway House), Brussels

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On #Day2 of #16Days, ECW highlights the importance of supporting teachers & education personnel with training on:

🟠 #GBV core concepts
🟠 Psychological first aid
🟠 Safe referrals
🟠 Risk mitigation in & around learning spaces

This work is essential to make learning safe for all children, esp. girls

Skills Training Program Builds Futures in Haiti Forced out of school by armed violence in Haiti, young people are finding hope in a UNICEF- supported job skills training program.

In #Haiti, a job skills training program run by UNICEF and partners with funding from @educannotwait.bsky.social is providing out-of-school young people with a path to employment and hope.

In a country where more than 1,600 schools are closed, these courses offer a vital lifeline.

Today marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and #Day1 of #16Days.

Amid rising humanitarian needs, #ECW reaffirms its commitment to gender equality and #GBVRiskMitigation — advancing safe, inclusive & gender-equitable education for crisis-affected girls worldwide.

“We had to keep them calm”

“We had to keep them calm”

In Balata Camp🇵🇸, teachers trained through @nrc-global.bsky.social Better Learning Programme – supported by #ECW – used tools to help children manage stress during explosions.

ECW invests in #MHPSS support so girls & boys can learn & feel safe.

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Shelter From the Storm for Children in Mali UNICEF is delivering life-changing education investments in Mali, with funding from Education Cannot Wait (ECW).

Shelter from the Storm for Children in #Mali

“We studied in poor conditions & it was difficult to follow lessons.”~Aichatou

In one of the most challenging areas of Mali, an ECW-funded programme w/ @unicef.org is helping children access safe learning.

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Teaching is Not a One-Person Job - Education Cannot Wait Teacher Joselyn’s journey to empower teachers and learners in Uganda’s refugee response, with the support of Save the Children, UNHCR, Education Cannot Wait and partners.

“Teaching is not a one-person job.” ~Headteacher Joselyn🇺🇬

In the heart of #Uganda’s Kiryandongo Refugee Settlement, Joselyn is leading change – empowering teachers, inspiring learners & showing what’s possible when we invest in #education.

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Today is #WorldChildrensDay!

#ECW reaffirms its mission to ensure safe, inclusive #QualityEducation for all children no matter where they are, who they are or their circumstances.

Together we can make the dreams of crisis-affected children come true!

#KeepHopeAlive

Greening Learning Spaces in Crisis Settings | Education Cannot Wait As climate change intensifies the scale and severity of crises worldwide, Education Cannot Wait (ECW) has announced a US$650,000 Acceleration Facility grant to Save the Children, in consortium with Ar...

Greening Learning Spaces in Crisis Settings

#ECW, @savethechildren.org, #Arup & @worldwildlife.org partner to set global standards for greener, resilient temporary learning spaces.

This initiative underscores the vital link b/w #ClimateAction & #EiE.

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📸 A student at Pibor Boys Primary School sits at a desk and looks up from his work. Credit. Kiden Viola/FCA South Sudan.

💚 With @educannotwait.bsky.social support, FCA helps children stay in school, providing inclusive teacher training & materials. 

In Pibor, FCA provides scholastic materials & hygiene facilities, helping kids focus on learning.

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Shelter From the Storm for Children in Mali UNICEF is delivering life-changing education investments in Mali, with funding from Education Cannot Wait (ECW).

Shelter From the Storm for Children in #Mali

In one of the most challenging areas of #Mali, conflict & climate shocks disrupt children’s lives. With #ECW support, @unicef.org is helping girls & boys access safer learning & brighter futures.

More via @unicefusa.org ⤵️
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"When we go to the shelter, it's harder to sit in class, but I feel safe at school." ~Anastasia🇺🇦

Please share ECW's #ShareTheirVoices campaign & #ActNow to ensure every crisis-affected girl & boy has access to #QualityEducation🙏

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#KeepHopeAlive

DYK: In 2023–2024, 43% of children reached by ECW+partners were #refugees or #IDPs

Forcibly displaced children are among the most marginalized

ECW is committed to reaching them w/the protection, stability+hope that education provides

#ECWResults👉https://educationcannotwait.org/annual-report-2024

🆕 #ECW Newsletter!

Featuring: an inspiring interview w/ @eduinternational.bsky.social’s David Edwards; new grant announcements for #Pakistan & #Chad; ECW & PlanUK bring together #GLOs in Cox’s Bazar for a productive workshop; advocacy milestones & more!

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#KeepHopeAlive

Youth Career Development in Odesa and Dnipro: Education Meets Business for a Brighter Future  Over 750 young people from Odesa and Dnipro gathered this October to take part in ProfSTART — a vibrant regional career events connecting education with business, organised by Finn Church Aid (FCA) in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MoES) and local authorities. 

🎓✨Youth in Odesa and Dnipro are gaining real-world skills through education-business partnerships—building confidence and career readiness. 

Thanks to funding from @educannotwait.bsky.social, 750 young people came together to explore future careers.

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Our General Secretary, @daveswords.bsky.social, was just interviewed by @educannotwait.bsky.social. He discusses the reason why teachers and their unions are an essential part and partner for unlocking scalable, resilient, and meaningful solutions for education in emergencies.

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As Chair of @appgglobaled.bsky.social, I will continue to champion the power of #ODA for education.

We must continue to fund the life-changing work of @gpforeducation.bsky.social & @educannotwait.bsky.social 📝

I look forward to seeing the Govt spend 0.7% of GNI on ODA once the economy allows.

📚Education = Opportunity✨

For children & adolescents caught in crises around the world, access to a #QualityEducation means a safe place to learn, build life skills, eat nutritious school meals & prepare themselves for a future of their making.

Be the change. #FundEducation.

ECW Announces US$2 Million Grant for Flood-Affected Children in Pakistan | Education Cannot Wait Education Cannot Wait (ECW) announced today a US$2 million First Emergency Response grant to address the urgent education needs of children affected by Pakistan's devastating monsoon floods.The 12-mon...

ECW Announces $2M Grant for Flood-Affected Children in #Pakistan

New grant, aimed at addressing urgent education needs of children affected by monsoon floods in🇵🇰, will reach 34K students through local consortium led by Rural Support Programmes Network.

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