The second publication from EAC that focuses on the costs of not providing universal primary education shows that the costs of not educating children significantly outweigh the costs of providing primary education, furthermore, not educating children at the primary level can exceed the value of an average year of economic growth in many countries.
“I meant to take the opportunity to thank you for something that I probably haven't voiced enough appreciation for over the years. Your economic cost of OOSC was a great and powerful idea, and I feel privileged that I was a part of it. I've followed EAC's work closely ever since.” (Milan Thomas, Co-author, Exclusion from Education: the Economic Cost of Out of School Children in 20 Countries, Results 4 Development)
In 2025, Education Above All Foundation continued to advance its mission of ensuring that marginalised children and youth have the opportunity to learn, thrive…
This case study, conducted by Education Above All (EAA) Foundation in partnership with Education Development Trust, examines HES activities implemented in five partner projects…
This discussion paper explores the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in addressing pressing global challenges, particularly in education. Despite over 1 billion people…
At first glance, the challenges confronting out of school children (OOSC) may appear entirely external: poverty, discrimination, hunger, and systemic exclusion. So, why look inward?…
Impact
"Humanity will not overcome the immense challenges we face unless we ensure that children get the quality education that equips them to play their part in the modern world." -- HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser
