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Empowering Education in Crisis: A Conversation with Yasmine Sherif from Education Cannot Wait.
Join us for a riveting episode of the Beyond Words podcast as we sit down with Yasmine Sherif, the Executive Director of Education Cannot Wait (ECW), a global fund for education in emergencies and protracted crises. Yasmine is at the forefront of a transformative movement that aims to deliver education to the most marginalized individuals in crisis settings worldwide.
Under Yasmine's visionary leadership, ECW has achieved remarkable milestones in a short span of time. With over US$1.5 billion mobilized, ECW has successfully reached more than 7 million children affected by crises, providing them with holistic and quality education. At the heart of ECW's mission lies the commitment to prioritize foundational learning outcomes, including literacy, ensuring a brighter future for these vulnerable children.
With 30 years of experience as a human rights lawyer working in war zones and crises, Yasmine brings invaluable expertise to her role at ECW's headquarters in New York. Regularly undertaking missions to crisis-affected countries, she assesses needs and strengthens ECW's responses on the ground, striving to address the educational challenges faced by those in dire circumstances.
Yasmine's relentless advocacy for the right to education has made her a respected global advocate and a thought leader in her field. Her media presence and authorship of the book "The Case for Humanity: An Extraordinary Session" further amplify her voice. Recognitions such as the Global Educator Award in 2020 and the prestigious Mother Teresa Award on behalf of Education Cannot Wait in 2022 highlight her significant contributions to the global education landscape.
Tune in to the Beyond Words podcast as we delve into Yasmine Sherif's inspiring journey, exploring her commitment to breaking down barriers and providing education in the midst of crises. Learn how ECW is repositioning education in emergencies as a top priority, generating greater commitment to meet the educational needs of millions of children and adolescents affected by crises worldwide. Don't miss this engaging conversation that sheds light on the urgent need for accessible education in times of crisis.
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By World Literacy Foundation and World Literacy SummitJoin us for a riveting episode of the Beyond Words podcast as we sit down with Yasmine Sherif, the Executive Director of Education Cannot Wait (ECW), a global fund for education in emergencies and protracted crises. Yasmine is at the forefront of a transformative movement that aims to deliver education to the most marginalized individuals in crisis settings worldwide.
Under Yasmine's visionary leadership, ECW has achieved remarkable milestones in a short span of time. With over US$1.5 billion mobilized, ECW has successfully reached more than 7 million children affected by crises, providing them with holistic and quality education. At the heart of ECW's mission lies the commitment to prioritize foundational learning outcomes, including literacy, ensuring a brighter future for these vulnerable children.
With 30 years of experience as a human rights lawyer working in war zones and crises, Yasmine brings invaluable expertise to her role at ECW's headquarters in New York. Regularly undertaking missions to crisis-affected countries, she assesses needs and strengthens ECW's responses on the ground, striving to address the educational challenges faced by those in dire circumstances.
Yasmine's relentless advocacy for the right to education has made her a respected global advocate and a thought leader in her field. Her media presence and authorship of the book "The Case for Humanity: An Extraordinary Session" further amplify her voice. Recognitions such as the Global Educator Award in 2020 and the prestigious Mother Teresa Award on behalf of Education Cannot Wait in 2022 highlight her significant contributions to the global education landscape.
Tune in to the Beyond Words podcast as we delve into Yasmine Sherif's inspiring journey, exploring her commitment to breaking down barriers and providing education in the midst of crises. Learn how ECW is repositioning education in emergencies as a top priority, generating greater commitment to meet the educational needs of millions of children and adolescents affected by crises worldwide. Don't miss this engaging conversation that sheds light on the urgent need for accessible education in times of crisis.