Girls’ Education

An article about a male mentorship program in Kenya that encourages fathers/guardians of students to advocate for girls with disabilities, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to promote a more inclusive model of education.

An overview of SDG #5 ("Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls") and progress tracking from the official UN knowledge platform.

An article on girls in rural Rajasthan, India frequently dropping out early and marrying young. The researchers interviewed parents in a culturally sensitive manner and found that policies that help girls stay in school can prevent early marriage.

A study of three residential and non-residential approaches to supporting girls from disadvantaged communities in three different geographies in India. It highlights the need to strengthen teacher empowerment as a prerequisite to girls' empowerment.

A report that urges governments in low-income countries to increase their spending on education to ensure all girls can go to school. It discusses increasing tax revenues by reducing or eliminating tax incentives, especially to corporations.

This policy paper focuses on the less recognized effects of gender norms on boys’ schooling, particularly at secondary level and amongst those from the poorest families. It urges the need to address boys’ disadvantage and disengagement in education.