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In recognition of World Refugee Day this past weekend, Managing Director Abdechafi Boubkir reflects on the critical role education plays in supporting refugees. Read more: https://genevaglobal.com/education-articles/geneva-global-observes-world-refugee-day/

On the latest Withum Civic Warriors podcast, Global Impact's President and CEO Scott Jackson and Geneva Global's Director of Programs Abdechafi Boubkir discuss the key challenges facing global development and the successes we've seen along the way, including Speed School.

🎧Listen here: https://www.withum.com/resources/civic-warriors/

“If I hadn’t gone to school, I would still be herding cattle. I wouldn’t know how to read or write my own name, let alone dream of becoming a doctor.”

On World Day Against Child Labor, we are sharing the story of Djene, who was forced to take on adult responsibilities at a young age to help support his family as a shepherd. Today, he attends Speed School classes every day, while the program’s Self-Help Group component is helping his guardians build sustainable sources of income.

Read more about how Speed School is helping him learn, grow, and pursue his dreams: https://genevaglobal.com/education-articles/from-shepherd-boy-to-aspiring-doctor/

This International Day of Play, we wanted to highlight how play-based learning is transforming education through Speed School programs in Ethiopia and Uganda.

From engaging classroom activities in Uganda to home-based learning pods in conflict-affected Ethiopia, play is helping children build skills, confidence, and hope—proving that when learning is joyful, children thrive.

Read more in this blog from Joshua Muskin: https://genevaglobal.com/education-articles/international-day-of-play/

Happy World Bicycle Day! 🚲

Two years ago, World Bicycle Relief donated 200 bicycles to support Geneva Global’s Speed School program in Uganda — helping students reduce long, daily commutes and access education more consistently.

Read how bicycles can open pathways to education and opportunity: https://genevaglobal.com/education-articles/a-pathway-to-education/

Important discussions during a sensemaking workshop on the AEP Guideline — a practical operational guidance translating Accelerated Education Program policy into day-to-day implementation — highlighted the need for stronger collaboration, practical implementation, and sustainable pathways to improve access to and quality of education across Ethiopia.

Participants emphasized the importance of clear and flexible transition pathways, enabling learners to move seamlessly between formal, non-formal, and alternative education. Strengthening the integration of student transition and learning data into the Education Management Information System (EMIS) was also identified as key to supporting evidence-based planning and decision-making.

Balancing quality, scalability, and cost-effectiveness remains critical, alongside strengthening teacher capacity through improved training and competency-based approaches. Enhancing accountability, risk mitigation, and resource mapping were also highlighted as priorities for effective delivery. The discussions further underscored the importance of digital learning opportunities — especially for pastoralist and hard-to-reach communities — as a key driver of inclusive education.

The vision is clear: One AEP Guideline that promotes inclusive, adaptable, and evidence-based learning pathways for all learners in Ethiopia.

Proud Achievement for Geneva Global Ethiopia! 🌟🏆

We are honored to share that Geneva Global Ethiopia has been awarded 2nd Place in the Crown of Humanity Awards 2026.

Our Country Director, Abebaw Abitie, appreciated this remarkable achievement and congratulated the entire team for their dedication, hard work, and commitment that made this recognition possible.

Among more than 5,000 NGOs assessed across Ethiopia, this award reflects the meaningful impact Geneva Global Ethiopia, alongside our partners and communities, continues to create across the country.

This achievement belongs to every staff member, partner, educator, and community member who works tirelessly to transform lives every day. Thank you for your passion, commitment, and service.

Together, we will continue building hope, opportunity, and lasting impact for communities across Ethiopia.

"Philanthropy can be the difference between progress and regression." Read this incredible reflections piece from our Geneva Global Education Intern, Sasha Burges: https://genevaglobal.com/uncategorized/what-is-the-importance-of-philanthropy-in-the-context-of-today/

In April, our teams had the pleasure of coming together in person for our 2026 All Staff Conference in Washington, DC. Explore one Associate's insights, as well as reflections from colleagues from this special week! https://genevaglobal.com/event/stronger-now-shaping-our-future-together/

We’re honored to share that Geneva Global has been recognized by the Oromia Education Bureau for its contribution to advancing quality, inclusive, and accessible education across the region.

This recognition reflects our continued commitment to supporting children, schools, and communities through meaningful collaboration, shared vision, and sustainable educational initiatives.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to our dedicated staff, partners, schools, communities, and stakeholders whose collective efforts continue to make this impact possible. Together, we remain committed to creating better learning opportunities for every child.