by Carol-Lyn McKelvey, FAUSA/AIWC Cologne
Here’s what’s been happening around the world in the field of Education this month. We encourage you to click on the associated links to learn more!
Looking for an impactful way to honor the mother figure(s) in your life this Mother’s Day? Then check out Mother’s Day Movement for a way to “pay back” the mothers in your life by paying it forward:
Mother’s Day Movement (MDM) was founded by a small group of women who believe in making a difference for women around the globe. We were inspired by Half the Sky, a book by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn, which chronicles the oppression of women and girls in the developing world. We know that, with support, women become empowered and their lives, the lives of their children and of their communities are forever changed... Each year we research small to mid-sized 501(c)(3) charities in the fields of education, health care and other areas helping women and their families throughout the world... Make a donation in honor of your mother, your friend, your sister or any special woman in your life. Help make the world a better place.
A new Theirworld report warns that “world leaders are letting down the most vulnerable children by failing to prioritize education in their post-COVID recovery plans. With less than 100 days until the G7 summit, we are calling for ‘bold commitments from brave leaders’ to ensure that every child is on track to be in school by 2030.” Sign a petition calling on the G7 leaders to prioritze education funding!
If the FAWCO Target Project has sparked your interest in the state of education for girls in Africa, this source might be for you. Working to End School Related Gender Based Violence: Writings by Representatives of Education Unions from Eastern, West and Southern Africa has mulitple articles of interest, including “The Death Sentence of Being a Girl Child.”
Join action-takers from around the world for a “Dialogue on Education: Meeting New Challenges” hosted by the NGO Committee on Sustainable Development – NY together with the Coalition for the UN We Need on April 29, 1:00 PM – 3:15 PM EDT. Click HERE to register!
Education at all levels faced unforeseen challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic in communities, globally impacting students and educators along with their families. Every aspect of education adjusted to ensure inclusive quality learning continued to be experienced by students with curriculums via virtual engagement which highlighted the importance of digital connectivity for all students. Education is covered in the UN 17 Sustainable Development Goals and is key to the success of the UN2030 Sustainable Development Agenda to “Leave No One Behind.” Our panel will share their reflections and innovative solutions in response to this global crisis. In addition, we will share an overview of our UN75 People’s Declaration for the UN We Need.
