ECW and GPE support quality education for children affected by crisis
Around the world, conflicts, climate disasters and economic hardship are depriving millions of children of access to quality education.
Over 234 million children impacted by emergencies urgently need educational support. Education can help break the vicious cycle of insecurity and give children the skills they need to thrive and contribute to building a better world.
In the current challenging context, Education Cannot Wait (ECW) and the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) work together to ensure no child impacted by a crisis or emergency is left behind. Their collaboration maximizes impact across the humanitarian-development spectrum.
- ECW focuses on immediate and multi-year responses in crisis-affected areas, ensuring children in emergencies have access to education when they need it most.
- GPE strengthens national education systems, working with governments to build long-term resilience and ensure sustained progress.
Together, the two organizations offer a comprehensive approach. ECW’s rapid emergency responses complement GPE’s system-building efforts.
Now, more than ever, investing in education is critical. It is not just a foundation for individual growth but also a cornerstone for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
Education empowers communities, reduces inequalities, and paves the way for lasting peace and prosperity.