As UK students start a new school year, the recently-elected Labour government has a unique opportunity to ensure that children worldwide have the same chance at an education.
Right now, millions of children around the world, especially those in conflict zones and regions vulnerable to climate change, are missing out on learning.
Despite its importance, education is one of the most underfunded essential services worldwide, particularly in emergencies. As recognised in the Labour party’s five missions, education is key to breaking down barriers to opportunity and creating more equal societies. The Send My Friend Coalition urges the new government to extend this recognition to its approach to international development through increased investment, stronger partnerships, and prioritising marginalised groups to access learning opportunities.
Why investing in global education matters now more than ever
Supported by hundreds of thousands of young people across the UK, the Send My Friend Coalition campaigns for education because education is transformative—not only for individual…
