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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 16h

In wars across the world, students & teachers are being attacked, killed or abducted.

Children are being robbed of their #education, dreams and futures.

🛑 Stop attacks on schools, teachers & students.
🛑 Protect education.
🛑 #KeepHopeAlive.
🛑 #ActForHumanity.

#UN #222MillionDreams✨📚

Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 23h

ECW interviews Mohamed Malick Fall, UN Resident & Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria

“Donor support through #ECW is critical – not only to meet urgent needs but also to build resilience so education systems are protected during future crises.”

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Education Cannot Wait Interviews Mohamed M. Malick Fall, United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria | Education Cannot Wait

Mohamed M. Malick Fall was appointed as the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria in February 2024. He has more than 20 years of experience in the development, humanitarian a...

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 1d

💔Four Years💔

On the fourth anniversary of the ban on girls’ secondary #education in Afghanistan, @educannotwait.bsky.social call for a return to learning.

Read full statement: educationcannotwait.org/news-stories...

#AfghanGirlsVoices

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 3d

#ECW celebrates and thanks educators around the globe – especially those working in crisis settings – who dedicate their lives to teaching, inspiring & empowering girls and boys to reach their full potential.

Teachers #KeepHopeAlive.

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#WorldTeachersDay

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 4d

Our #Teachers, Our Heroes!

As we celebrate this year’s #WorldTeachersDay, #ECW calls on people everywhere to provide teachers & the communities they serve with the resources they need to succeed in their crucial profession.

Full statement: www.educationcannotwait.org/news-stories...
#KeepHopeAlive

Our Teachers, Our Heroes | Education Cannot Wait

On World Teachers' Day, Education Cannot Wait calls for expanded resources to support educators everywhere.

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 5d

Girls’ #education has long-lasting impacts: the ripples extend farther than the eye can see.

Girls empowered by education positively impact...

👪 their families
🏡 their communities
🌍 & the world!

Donate to #ECW & support efforts to #LeaveNoGirlBehind👉http://bit.ly/3VvTtNE

#FundEducation

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 6d

As the Global Fund for Education in Emergencies & Protracted crises, #ECW is a strong supporter of the #SafeSchoolsDeclaration.

Schools & other civilian infrastructure must be protected from attacks+military use

Children must be protected. They are #NotATarget.

#FundEducation #ProtectEducation

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 7d

Girls’ #education has long-lasting impacts: the ripples extend farther than the eye can see.

Girls empowered by education positively impact...

👪 their families
🏡 their communities
🌍 & the world!

Donate to #ECW & support efforts to #LeaveNoGirlBehind 👉
bit.ly/3VvTtNE

#FundEducation

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 7d

“It’s not just about placing tiles – it’s about rebuilding my life.” ~ Kevin, 16

In #Haiti, armed violence has forced children out of school.

Through non-formal education sessions supported by #UNICEF & #ECW, displaced youth like Kevin are rebuilding their futures.

www.unicef.org/haiti/en/sto...

Non-formal education serving displaced children

Non-formal education as a protective space and a lever for reconstruction for displaced children thanks to UNICEF and Education Cannot Wait.

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 8d

Total children & youth reached w/ECW support:

0.7M (2017)↗️14M(2024)

Learn how #ECW is scaling🆙education support for those left furthest behind+join ECW’s efforts to ensure 234M crisis-affected children access the education they need to thrive!

#ECWResults: educationcannotwait.org/annual-repor...

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 12d

In wars across the world, students & teachers are being attacked, killed or abducted.

Children are being robbed of their #education, dreams and futures.

🛑 Stop attacks on schools, teachers & students.
🛑 Protect education.
🛑 #KeepHopeAlive.
🛑 #ActForHumanity.

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 13d

“Today I can read, write and count, just like the other children.” ~Zénabou, #CAR

Learn how ECW-supported programmes in crisis-affected countries are giving Zénabou+other children w/disabilities the confidence to thrive & follow their dreams!

👉 educationcannotwait.org/annual-repor... #ECWResults

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 13d

A Lifeline to #Education for Children in #Syria

13yo Mohamed is a symbol of hope & resilience.

Through a programme delivered by @unicef.org w/support from #ECW, children affected by conflict are gaining access to #QualityEducation.

@forbes.com👇
www.forbes.com/sites/unicef... #KeepHopeAlive

A Lifeline To Education For Children In Syria

Through an innovative program delivered by UNICEF with funding from Education Cannot Wait, children like Mohamed, 13, are finally able to access quality education.

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 14d

#UNGA80 🇺🇳

Amid crises & tight finances, #ECW’s High-Level Steering Group drives collective action.

Together with donors & partners, me must show bold leadership & innovative funding to deliver safe, inclusive #QualityEducation for every crisis-affected child.

Together, we can #KeepHopeAlive.

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 14d

💔4 years💔

“ #Afghanistan & the issue of out-of-school girls need to be prioritized on the intl. community’s agenda. We can neither forget nor abandon the brave 🇦🇫girls & women who remain locked out of #education.” ~Folly Bah Thibault

#AfghanGirlsVoices➡️ educationcannotwait.org/afghan-girls...

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Light for the World @light-for-the-world.org · 16d

The training is part of @educannotwait.bsky.social in partnership with @savechildrenuk.bsky.social, Plan International, @unesco.org, the @nrc-global.bsky.social and Finn Church Aid. Learn more: www.light-for-the-world.org/news/inclusi... (4/4)

Moses on his new tricycle surrounded by his classmates. Moses has his arm raised and is smiling. His classmates are also smiling.

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 15d

On #InternationalDayOfSignLanguages, #ECW celebrates #InclusiveEducation and every child’s right to communicate, learn & thrive.

🎬Meet Zénabou, Dieu Beni & Beatrice. With support from #ECW & partners, they’re gaining tools for inclusion, equality & hope amid crises to #KeepHopeAlive.

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 16d

#Webinar – Localisation Pathways: Navigating #ECW Funding Requirements for National Actors

As part of #ECW’s commitment to advancing localisation, this session by ECW @inee.org will equip #CSOs w/guidance on how to directly access ECW funding.

🗓️Sep 25
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Localisation Pathways: Navigating ECW Funding Requirements for National Actors | Education Cannot Wait

Organized by the Inter-agency Network for Education in Emergencies (INEE) and Education Cannot WaitThursday 25 September 2025 – 3:00pm UCT / 9:00am EST

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Plan International @planglobal.bsky.social · 17d

In crisis zones, education is a lifeline. Our partner @educannotwait.bsky.social funds critical education programming that provides opportunity for girls like Shamsa. Every girl's future matters, and every girl deserves to thrive. #KeepHopeAlive https://www.educationcannotwait.org/annual-report-2024

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 17d

Imagine a world where we spend as much on books as we do on bombs. Imagine a world where every child is able to go to school & reach their full potential. Imagine a world without war.

That world is possible starting with #EducationForAll.

#PeaceDay👇
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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 18d

📣#ActNow for a Peaceful World by Acting Now to Ensure #EducationForAll

"#Education is the foundation for a more peaceful, more united world."

#ECW's Statement on today's International Day of Pace 👇

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#KeepHopeAlive #222MillionDreams✨📚

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 19d

“I always felt isolated+distressed. Since joining the sessions at the educational tent, I have felt some hope that life could return to us.” ~Masa, #Gaza

#ECW & partner support has reached Masa and 14M children caught in crises around the world!

#ECWResults: educationcannotwait.org/annual-repor...

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UNICEF USA @unicefusa.org · 20d

Six years ago in #Syria, an unexploded remnant of war cost Mohamed his right arm — and his hope for the future. That all changed a year ago, when he entered an innovative self-learning program delivered by UNICEF with funding from @educannotwait.bsky.social

This is Mohamed's story of resilience:

A Lifeline to Education for Children in Syria

As a nation rebuilds from the ashes of war, 13-year-old Mohamed is a symbol of hope and endurance.

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Education Cannot Wait @educannotwait.bsky.social · 20d

📣🆕 #ECWResults Report available NOW!

Learn how ECW-supported programmes are expanding access to safe, inclusive #education for girls & boys caught in conflicts and crises worldwide — helping to #KeepHopeAlive & build brighter futures.

👉 www.educationcannotwait.org/annual-repor...

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