QUALITY EDUCATION:  WHY IT MATTERS

Education enables upward socioeconomic mobility and is a key to escaping poverty.

We at Kupanda Sisters believe having access to quality education matters because the renaissance of the people’s knowledge is directly correlated with the quality of their lives.

By providing an education, we know we can reduce systemic inequalities, foster tolerance between people, and contribute to a more peaceful and prosperous society.

As such, our organization is focused on the goals specific to SDGs 4.1 and 4.6. (Sustainable Development Goal)

GOAL 4: TARGETS

4.1 By 2030, ensure that all girls and boys complete free, equitable and quality primary and secondary education leading to relevant and Goal-4 effective learning outcomes

4.6 By 2030, ensure that all youth and a substantial proportion of adults, both men and women, achieve literacy and numeracy

FACTS AND FIGURES

  • Enrolment in primary education in developing countries has reached 91 per cent but 57 million primary age children remain out of school.
  • An estimated 50 per cent of out-of-school children of primary school age live in conflict-affected areas.
  • 617 million youth worldwide lack basic mathematics and literacy skills.

To find out more about Goal #4 and other Sustainable Development Goals, visit:

https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/