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#EducationCannotWait is the global fund for education in emergencies & protracted crises in the #UN. #222MillionDreams✨📚 #SDG4 #ECWResults #ShareTheirVoices
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For several years, Somaya Faruqi broke through barriers as captain of the Afghan Girls Robotics Team. Today, she continues to inspire as she works with @educannotwait.bsky.social and UNICEF to protect every girl's right to learn. #AfghanGirlsVoices
Afghan Dreamer: Somaya Faruqi's Journey from Robotics to Global Advocate
“We must keep hope alive for the girls of Afghanistan.”
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December 26, 2025 at 9:53 PM
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Years of conflict, chronic poverty and climate shocks have made Mali a hard place to be a child.

Through funding from @educannotwait.bsky.social, UNICEF is addressing these issues by building schools, training teachers and helping young learners realize their potential:
Shelter From the Storm for Children in Mali
UNICEF is delivering life-changing education investments in Mali, with funding from Education Cannot Wait (ECW).
www.unicefusa.org
November 14, 2025 at 10:58 PM
✨ From all of us at #EducationCannotWait, warm wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season to you and your loved ones.

Thank you for standing with us to #KeepHopeAlive for crisis-affected girls and boys, and for helping turn their dreams into reality through quality education.
December 25, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Afghan Dreamer: from Robotics to Education Advocate

Afghanistan is the only country that bans girls from attending school beyond the primary level. Education advocate #SomayaFaruqi is working with #ECW & @unicefusa.org to protect every girl’s right to learn.

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December 24, 2025 at 6:02 PM
#ECW Newsletter!
Ft. interview w/🇸🇸’s Minister of General Education & Instruction, Dr. Kuyok Abol Kuyok; new emergency grant for #Bangladesh; new #AccelerationFacility grant to green learning spaces in crisis settings, missions to #Chad & #LAC, #16DaysOfActivism & more.

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December 17, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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#ClimateCrisis = #EducationCrisis

We appeal to all donors to fund access to a continued quality education for children & adolescents impacted by conflict, forced displacement & climate-induced disasters.

Let's take action NOW, #EducationCannotWait!

#KeepHopeAlive #222MillionDreams✨📚
December 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM
#ECW Interviews Dr. Kuyok Abol Kuyok, Minister of General Education & Instruction for #SouthSudan

"Donors should scale up funding for education in places like🇸🇸 because #education is one of the most effective investments we can make in a crisis."

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Education Cannot Wait Interviews Dr. Kuyok Abol Kuyok, Minister of General Education and Instruction for South Sudan | Education Cannot Wait
Dr. Kuyok Abol Kuyok has served as South Sudan’s Minister of General Education and Instruction since March 2025. Previously, he served as the Ministry’s Undersecretary for five years and worked at the...
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December 15, 2025 at 9:29 AM
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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December 11, 2025 at 7:52 PM
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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December 11, 2025 at 1:52 AM
📰 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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December 10, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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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.

Read, use, share ➡️https://ow.ly/MHeA50XFK1h

December 8, 2025 at 3:37 PM
#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.
December 4, 2025 at 2:55 AM
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🇺🇦 💚 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
October 21, 2025 at 12:41 PM
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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.
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.
www.unicefusa.org
November 29, 2025 at 4:07 PM
#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.
November 29, 2025 at 2:37 AM
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Education Cannot Wait Announces $3.5 Million Grant to Support Refugee Education in Bangladesh#Bangladesh#ECW#Cox's_Bazar#Rohingya
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.
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November 12, 2025 at 7:41 PM
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!
November 28, 2025 at 1:58 AM
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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

🔗 Register now: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
November 27, 2025 at 1:28 PM
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
November 27, 2025 at 12:57 AM
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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.
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.
www.unicefusa.org
November 25, 2025 at 8:58 PM
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.
November 26, 2025 at 5:15 AM
“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.

www.nrc.no/perspectives...
“We had to keep them calm”
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November 24, 2025 at 10:15 PM
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.

@unicefusa.org: unicefusa.org/stories/shel...
Shelter From the Storm for Children in Mali
UNICEF is delivering life-changing education investments in Mali, with funding from Education Cannot Wait (ECW).
unicefusa.org
November 24, 2025 at 2:00 AM
“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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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.
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November 22, 2025 at 5:39 PM