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UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 14h

Digital tools can accelerate teacher learning. This good practice note shows how peer mentoring platforms & real-time dashboards are changing how systems support teachers.
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#UNICEF #Digitalskills #Teacherdevelopment

UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 1d

Strong teacher welfare = better learning outcomes.
#UNICEF #Evaluation shows clear rights; fair conditions & local support systems matter in building stronger & more equitable schools.
More: evaluationreports.unicef.org/GetDocument?...

#UNICEF #Evaluation #TeachersDevelopment #Education

UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 2d

🚀 #UNICEF Venezuela seeks a consultancy firm for the #evaluation of its Out-of-School Project. Experience in education & data collection in #Venezuela preferred.
Deadline: Oct 24, 2025.
🔗 www.ungm.org/Public/Notic...

UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 2d

This #WorldTeachersDay, #UNICEF’s global #evaluation highlights the power of the middle-tier—sub-national and local actors—in supporting teachers. From coaching to accountability, their role is key to improve teaching environments for better learning outcomes. Read more: tinyurl.com/Blog-Middle-...

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The many roles of the middle-tier in boosting teacher development and learning environments: Insights from UNICEF Global Evaluation

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UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 2d

Policy reform in #education needs strong middle-tier leadership. #UNICEF shows district & regional officers help scale support, deploy teachers, & sustain reforms. Let’s invest in their capacity to lead change.🔗 evaluationreports.unicef.org/GetDocument?...
#PolicyReform #EvidenceToAction #Evaluation

UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 2d

🎓 On #WorldTeachersDay, we celebrate inclusive learning. #UNICEF recent #evaluation video shows how fit-for-purpose pathways are helping over 270M out-of-school children into quality learning — #Bangladesh, #Uganda and the Philippines.
📽️ Watch: youtu.be/zAbjkPh8CT0 👈
#QualityLearningForAll

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UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 7d

🚀Final video: Unlocking potential
8th video from #UNICEF & #WFP Global Impact #Evaluation Forum 2024!
Experts from the #WorldBank, WFP & UNICEF show how data-driven evaluations improve programs & policies—even in fragile settings.
🎥Watch: youtu.be/2iRO4TwZWUY 👈
Thanks for watching!
#EvidenceMatters

UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 8d

🌟 #UNICEF #Egypt empowers adolescent girls through Dawwie, Meshwary, SAWA & Positive Parenting—reaching thousands, incl. refugees.
✨ Storytelling, life skills & family engagement are shifting norms & building brighter futures.
📖 Read the #evaluation: evaluationreports.unicef.org/GetDocument?... 👈

UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 12d

At #UNGA80, ESIC announced US$126M mobilized for global evidence synthesis! 🌍✨ Milestones include 5 foundational investments, roadmap progress, and new governance steps. Details at 🔗 evidencesic.org 👈 | #UNICEF #SDGSynthesis

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UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 13d

On 4 Sept, Robert McCouch presented the draft #UNICEF Global #Evaluation Plan (2026–2029) tinyurl.com/UNICEF-PGE-2... to the Executive Board. It proposes a sharper, risk-based focus on high-impact, cross-sectoral evaluations. Feedback was positive tinyurl.com/ExecutiveBoa.... Final plan due in 2026.

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UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 14d

🛡️ UNICEF’s new Safeguarding Policy (Mar. 2024) sets stronger standards to protect all who engage with the org. A global HR baseline reveals key gaps & guides improvements in recruitment, training & more.
📄 Read the #evaluation report: www.unicef.org/evaluation/b... 👈
#Safeguarding #UNICEF

UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 14d

⚡New video: Innovation in fragile settings
The 7th video from #UNICEF & #WFP Global Impact #Evaluation Forum 2024!
Experts from #Somalia & #UNHCR show how evidence & experimentation can thrive—even in conflict-affected contexts.
🎥Watch: youtu.be/i6nVlF4sPlY
Next up soon—stay tuned! #EvidenceMatters

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UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 15d

🌟 L’UNICEF RDC renforce l’égalité des genres : 47 % de femmes dans le personnel, y compris dans des rôles non traditionnels. 💡 Un mécanisme Genre–VBG–PEAS soutient l’intégration du genre dans les programmes. 📖 Étude de cas 👉 evaluationreports.unicef.org/GetDocument?... 👈 #UNICEF #evaluation #gender

UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 19d

🚀One year on from the landmark Wellcome Trust & UK Research & Innovation investments, the Evidence Synthesis Infrastructure Collaborative is moving from ambition to action.
📺Watch live! Sun. 21 Sep, UN Web TV: webtv.un.org/en/asset/k18...
🔗Details: tinyurl.com/UNGA-event
#UNGA #BeHope #GoalsLounge

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UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 19d

🚀One year on from the landmark Wellcome Trust & UK Research & Innovation investments, the Evidence Synthesis Infrastructure Collaborative is moving from ambition to action.
📺Watch live! Sun. 21 Sep, UN Web TV: webtv.un.org/en/asset/k18...
🔗Details: tinyurl.com/UNGA-event
#UNGA #BeHope #GoalsLounge

Accelerating Progress: Achieving the SDGs with AI and Evidence | Goals Lounge

We live in an age defined by data. They fuel scientific discovery and guide leaders toward smarter decisions—yet synthesizing evidence remains labor-intensive and costly.

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UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 19d

🌍 On #InternationalDayOfPeace, #UNICEF #Evaluation highlights progress in linking humanitarian & development programming for lasting impact. Key outputs & planning improvements are driving better outcomes for children. Recommendations urge stronger nexus approaches. 📘 tinyurl.com/UNICEF-Evalu...

UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 20d

The #UNICEF #evaluation on nutrition in #Liberia reveals critical malnutrition issues, with 1 in 3 children <5 stunted. Key recommendations include updating nutrition policies, expanding Direct Nutrition Interventions, & strengthening health systems. 🔗Read: www.unicef.org/evaluation/r... 👈

UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 21d

🛡️ New video: Ethics in fragile contexts
The 6th video from #UNICEF & #WFP Global Impact #Evaluation Forum 2024!
Experts share how to ethically collect data in conflict zones—using safe, participatory, and context-specific approaches.
🎥 Watch: youtu.be/UvoSceFcBOo 👈
Next up soon!
#EvidenceMatters

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UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 22d

💡 #UNICEF #BiH is breaking gender norms!
#ITGirls empowers girls in coding, robotics & digital innovation. 🚀
Inclusive spaces = confidence + leadership in tech.
📚 #Evaluation urges scaling, gender capacity & equity.
#GirlsInTech #GenderEquality
Read: evaluationreports.unicef.org/GetDocument?... 👈

UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 23d

🎓 As school starts, 270M+ kids are still out of class. #UNICEF #Evaluation shows how fit-for-purpose learning—from #Bangladesh to #Uganda to the #Philippines — can reach the most marginalized. Innovation + evidence = quality learning for all. 📽️ youtu.be/zAbjkPh8CT0 👈
#BackToSchool #ForEveryChild

Reaching out-of-school children: fit-for-purpose pathways to expand quality of learning for all

YouTube video by UNICEF Evaluation

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UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 23d

Protecting children on the move!
A joint #UNICEF - #WHO summative #evaluation from #Afghanistan shows what works:
✅Programmatic synergy ✅Strong coordination ✅Community mobilization
Lasting change means stronger systems, local leadership, & policies that include every child.
🔗 bit.ly/44dljWo 👈

UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 28d

🌍New video: Boosting inclusivity
The 5th video from #UNICEF & #WFP Global Impact #Evaluation Forum 2024!
Experts from the Global South highlight why building local research & evaluation capacity is key to inclusive, effective development.
🎥 Watch: youtu.be/b9HOictQyMo 👈
More soon!
#EvidenceMatters

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UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · 29d

🌟In #Bangladesh, progress on #GenderEquality is built on collaboration. With government & communities, #UNICEF supports efforts to close education gaps, end child marriage, and address GBV. The Gender Policy #Evaluation calls for stronger, united action.
📖 Read more: tinyurl.com/UNICEF-Bangl... 👈

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UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · Sep 8

New #evaluation of #UNICEF work in early childhood development (ECD) & early childhood education (ECE):
✔️Strong support for national ECD/ECE policy strengthening
✔️Data gaps on outcomes, esp. school readiness & children ages 0–2
Full report: tinyurl.com/UNICEF-ECD-ECE 👈
#Education #ForEveryChild

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UNICEF Evaluation @unicef-evaluation.bsky.social · Sep 8

📚 On #InternationalLiteracyDay, we spotlight #UNICEF South Africa’s #evaluation of Reading & Leadership Strengthening in #SouthAfrica — a #COVID19 response that advanced literacy through school leadership, coaching & community support. Evidence-based action matters. 🔗 tinyurl.com/UNICEF-REALS... 👈

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