What is Education Cannot Wait?
Education Cannot Wait (ECW) operates as the global fund dedicated to providing education in emergencies and protracted crises, functioning under the umbrella of the United Nations. Its core mission is to foster holistic learning outcomes and ensure that no child is left behind during times of crisis. ECW actively collaborates with a diverse network of stakeholders, including governments, donors, UN agencies, and civil society organizations, to enhance the effectiveness of educational responses. The fund aims to bridge the gap between immediate humanitarian relief and sustainable, long-term educational solutions. Key areas of focus include the localization of aid efforts, addressing the impacts of the climate crisis on education, promoting disability inclusion, and advancing gender equality within educational frameworks.
How much funding has Education Cannot Wait raised?
Education Cannot Wait has raised a total of $31.7M across 2 funding rounds:
Angel/Seed
$20M
Angel/Seed
$11.7M
Angel/Seed (2017): $20M, investors not publicly disclosed
Angel/Seed (2019): $11.7M, investors not publicly disclosed
What's next for Education Cannot Wait?
The recent major strategic investment signifies a pivotal moment for Education Cannot Wait, likely enabling an acceleration of its mission to deliver education in challenging environments. This infusion of capital is expected to bolster its capacity to scale operations, expand its reach to more crisis-affected populations, and deepen its impact in critical areas such as aid localization and climate resilience. The organization is poised to further solidify its position as a vital global entity for educational continuity during emergencies, leveraging this strategic backing to drive innovation and achieve its ambitious learning outcome goals.
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