Global Business Coalition for Education

Founded as a @Theirworld initiative in 2012, @GBCEducation is a movement of businesses working to end the global education crisis. #ESG #CSR #SDG4

[Global Business Coalition for Education @gbceducation]

It's been an amazing year of #UnlockingBigChange and we're so grateful to our team of supporters, #GlobalYouthAmbassadors, campaigners, ambassadors, and friends who helped us reached 1.5 million children this year.

Here's to 2024!

[Global Business Coalition for Education @gbceducation]

Congratulations to our founding Advisory Board Member @AlikoDangote of @DangoteGroup, recognised by #Time100Philanthropy as one of the most influential people shaping the future of giving. https://t.co/1gnXx86UrG

[Childhood Education International @ChildhoodEdIntl]

By working together, businesses and child development leaders can build bright futures for young children and their communities.

Join us April 8 for a daylong virtual forum exploring the economic and social benefits of investing in young children.

https://t.co/7VuqxBXgbF

[Childhood Education International @ChildhoodEdIntl]

Please join us for a virtual event about the economic & social benefits of investing in young children & the powerful role businesses can play.

The opening session will feature:

Diane Whitehead
Elizabeth Lule
Justin van Fleet

https://t.co/WZFKfbXgOU

@theirworld @ECDAction

[Childhood Education International @ChildhoodEdIntl]

Why is it important to invest in early childhood?

Join us April 8 for a session investigating the neuroscience & economics reasons why business investment in #ECD is important.

https://t.co/7VuqxBXO1d

@Ready_Nation @Earlychildhood @gbceducation

[Global Business Coalition for Education @gbceducation]

Proud to announce we have been awarded the Platinum Seal of Transparency with @‌CandidDotOrg for the third year running🏅 Get updates on our impact through our #NonprofitProfile https://t.co/6xYj1RNi6d.

[Global Business Coalition for Education @gbceducation]

⏳ Last chance to register! Join us tomorrow with @Team4Tech to explore how businesses can bridge the global skills gap and drive workforce development.

📅 Feb 26 | 11 AM EST
🔗 Sign up now: https://t.co/HzelyZNnsL

[Global Business Coalition for Education @gbceducation]

You walked, we delivered ✅

Thanks to #YourWalk supporters, 500 laptops have reached frontline schools & shelters in Ukraine, helping 21,000+ students keep learning.

For Ivan, this laptop is a lifeline - giving him a chance to take his NMT & shape his future.

[Global Business Coalition for Education @gbceducation]

Thank you to all leaders who joined us in Nairobi last week to discuss the youth skills and employment gap in East Africa and explore innovative programs preparing the next generation for success, hosted by @terryannechebet and @bonneytunya.

[Global Business Coalition for Education @gbceducation]

Big news! 🎉 15 U.S. organizations are joining our 2025 Youth Skills & Employment Accelerator, supported by @DellTech! From digital skills to training, they’re helping young people find meaningful jobs & close the skills gap by 2030. Learn more: https://t.co/5d7W4sTKdB

[Global Business Coalition for Education @gbceducation]

@TerryanneChebet @BonneyTunya Thank you for moderating such a powerful conversation.

[Terryanne Chebet @TerryanneChebet]

12 million young people enter Africa’s job market every year, but only 3M jobs are created. How do we bridge this gap? This morning, I’m moderating a discussion on harnessing the power of East Africa’s youth alongside @BonneyTunya —focusing on skills, innovation & employment for the next generation, hosted by @gbceducation

[Global Business Coalition for Education @gbceducation]

@PLPAfrica Thank you so much for joining and contributing. We can't wait to progress some of the ideas from this point onwards.

[Power Learn Project @PLPAfrica]

🌍 PLP at the Forefront of Digital Skills Training & Innovation! 🚀

Today, we had the incredible opportunity to attend the Harnessing the Power of East Africa’s Youth: Skills and Employment for the Next Generation roundtable, hosted by the Global Business Coalition for Education @gbceducation . This event brought together changemakers committed to equipping young people with the skills they need to thrive!

Representing Power Learn Project our Executive Director, Mumbi Ndung'u @Cobyi shared insights on how we are creating impactful opportunities that prepare Africa’s youth for the future of work.

🎉 And that’s not all! We are honored to receive a Certificate of Recognition from @theirworld as part of the Education Innovation Awards – Cohort 4 (2024-2025)! This recognition fuels our goal of empowering the next generation and continuing to run the #1MillionDevs4Africa program, equipping youth with the digital skills needed to shape tomorrow.

A huge thank you to Theirworld for recognizing and supporting our mission to train and equip youth across Africa with the digital skills they need to build thriving careers and drive innovation in their communities. 💻🌍

#1MillionDevs4Africa #SkillsForFuture #EducationInnovation #PLPAfrica

[Global Business Coalition for Education @gbceducation]

All set up and ready to greet our guests this morning in Nairobi, Kenya, to talk about youth skills and employment in East Africa. https://t.co/zOlPrudKOQ #YouthSkills #SkillsGap #EmployabilitySkills #YouthEmployment #UnlockBigChange

[Global Business Coalition for Education @gbceducation]

The skills gap is a major challenge of our time - but also an opportunity for businesses to lead the way in development. Join us for a webinar on how companies can drive workforce development. 📅 Feb 26, 11 AM EST. Register: https://t.co/HzelyZNnsL

[Global Business Coalition for Education @gbceducation]

Thrilled to be hosting tomorrow's Harnessing the Power of East Africa's Youth roundtable roundtable in Nairobi, bringing Kenyan business, education and government leaders together to help support Kenyan youth in building vital skills for the future.

[Global Business Coalition for Education @gbceducation]

Why should businesses invest in #education? Toni Johnson, from @GreaterShare, an NGO that's focused on closing the education gap, provides us with this conclusion: An educated workforce = Better business performance.

Find out more: https://t.co/pDTV5BracQ

[Global Business Coalition for Education @gbceducation]

Quality #Education equips people with the skills for the workforce, fuels innovation + boosts the economy. But it’s not just good for businesses, it reduces poverty and improves living standards for all. It’s time to make smart investments in education: https://t.co/gJkf7yhpWZ

[Global Business Coalition for Education @gbceducation]

Over 1/5 young people are not in education, employment, or training - increasing the talent shortage. Here’s 6 businesses investing in education to change that 🤩 Inspired? Join us, and 150+ businesses, investing in education to impact the lives of young people worldwide.

[Global Business Coalition for Education @gbceducation]

⏳ It’s the final countdown!⏳

Today is your LAST chance to apply for the #YouthSkillsEmploymentAccelerator! Applications close TONIGHT at 11:59 PM ET.

Join a network of youth-serving nonprofits transforming young American futures in 2025. Apply now: https://t.co/KDOtnDYDYD