BasicEduCoalition retweeted
📢 A first-of-its-kind global analysis reveals massive economic, fiscal & human development returns from ensuring children can read by age 10.
Learn how universal #FoundationalLearning narrows global inequalities as it raises prosperity ➡️ buff.ly/xIy4MEd
ALT Graphic saying: Achieving universal foundational learning could increase global GDP by $196 trillion over 20 years. Insight note.
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
I was honored to speak with @Devex on why #FoundationalLearning is one of the smartest investments governments can make for economic growth – and how the @gatesfoundation is committed to supporting their path to scale-up. Read the article here: devex.com/news/gates-foundat…
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
Today marks 10 years of #WYSD2025. As we champion better reading & numeracy outcomes, we must also invest in AI & digital skills. Africa’s young population deserves future-ready education.
Let’s modernise curricula & tackle barriers to unlock true youth potential.
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
🇺🇲 @RepGraceMeng has worked to ensure a 5-year extension of the 2017 bipartisan #READAct, recommitting the USA to ensuring more children are in school and learning foundational skills.
📅 Find out more & hear her speak this #WorldParliamentDay (Mon 30 June) about reaffirming US support #GlobalEducation.
🔗go.ipned.org/0t1y8f
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
This #WorldBookDay I’m grateful to work with so many experts who share my dedication to #FoundationalLearning to implement high-impact programs for children in Africa and India, making sure every child has the chance to experience the thrill that only a good book can bring.
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
📣 Call on your policymakers to fund International Basic Education for FY26!
🇺🇸 As Congress begins deliberations on federal funding for Fiscal Year 2026, it is imperative that we advocate for programs that educate children and youth worldwide.
👉 bit.ly/FundEducationFY26
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
🏫 GCE-US analyzed information provided by the Administration on terminated U.S. foreign assistance programs and concluded that nearly all international basic education programs have been terminated.
👉 Read more: bit.ly/EduProgramsTerminatio…
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
"USAID isn’t just a foreign assistance program — it’s a
critical buyer for corn and other crops Nebraska’s farmers grow and it keeps people from starving overseas."
@RepDonBacon on the vital role of foreign assistance in serving America's interests: omaha.com/opinion/column/art…
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
🇺🇸 GCE-US Executive Director @GiuliaMcPherson testified before the House Committee on Appropriations today in support of international basic education programs.
🏫 Read more here: bit.ly/FY26Testimony
ALT GCE-US Executive Director Giulia McPherson testified before the House Committee on Appropriations today in support of international basic education programs.
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
To celebrate #InternationalMotherLanguageDay we recognise the work ARED is doing in promoting quality education in African languages
This inspirational video shows that learning in one’s first language can improve literacy and numeracy development
#IMLD25 #MotherLanguageDay2025
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
🇺🇸 "As we think about economic development, as we think about world security, we must think about education."
🤝 Thank you to @RepJohnnyO for highlighting the importance of #GlobalEducation and USAID during the recent House Foreign Affairs Committee meeting.
ALT "As we think about economic development, as we think about world security, we must think about education."
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
February is Black History Month!
We extend our gratitude for the many contributions of Black people. In #education & #ECD, Black educators, researchers, families, policymakers, advocates & others have led & continue to lead progress toward brighter futures for all children.
ALT A blue, yellow, orange, and white graphic with a circle in the middle and an image of hands holding up a book. Text says, "Black History Month."
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
Quality education should be a fundamental right, yet millions of children, especially girls, lack basic access.
On #InternationalDayOfEducation I'm continuing the fight to ensure that ALL children have the foundations & opportunities they need to succeed.
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
📣 The #READAct has been reauthorized!
📚 The READ Act has played a pivotal role in ensuring that access to basic education is a priority in U.S. foreign assistance efforts.
🏫 Read GCE-US's statement on this important legislation here: bit.ly/READActStatement
ALT The READ Act has played a pivotal role in ensuring that access to basic education is a priority in U.S. foreign assistance efforts.
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
251 million kids around the world missed school in 2023.
The #READAct helps millions of children access education, especially young women & girls, while building stronger education systems around the world.
Congress must reauthorize READ to make sure no child is left behind.
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
Check our our Events page for everything going on!
Just in the coming week:
*#GirlsEducation @OxfordDeptofEd
*Conflict in #Ethiopia @REAL_Centre
*#InclusiveEducation @BasicEdtweets
*Black futures @BAICEStudents
*Teacher accountability @MorayHouseCEID
ukfiet.org/news-and-events/
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
Job Opportunity!
Basic Education Coalition seeks a Director of Government Relations based in Washington D.C. @BasicEdtweets
daybook.com/jobs/WRRY9Brb4TD…
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
Today is the UN’s International Day of the Girl.
To celebrate our charity partners @RoomtoRead are hosting an online premiere of their short film series #shecreateschange today at 8 a.m. PDT/11 a.m. EDT/4 p.m. BST/8:30 p.m. IST
Join in here: youtube.com/watch?v=I4bEqqHo…
BasicEduCoalition retweeted
Today is International Day of the Girl Child! 🎉✨ But let’s remember, every day is a day to uplift, empower, and support girls around the world.
#DayOfTheGirl #EmpowerGirls #GirlsCan #InternationalDayoftheGirlChild
