Areas of Focus: Inclusive Learning

Inclusive learning recognises the vast spectrum of circumstances in which people learn—many not in formal school settings—as well as the diversity of learning needs of young people. It embraces the idea that all young people deserve a quality learning experience that respects diversity, enables participation, removes barriers, and anticipates a variety of learning needs and preferences. Inclusive learning can take place in both formal and non-formal learning environments, face to face, and online.

We support local solutions that aim to address the need for safe, inclusive (on and offline) environments that nurture learning for all, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, migration, ethnicity, caste, religion, or disability status.

Inclusive learning and quality education promote 21st century skills and competencies—transferrable skills and knowledge that equip young people for their rapidly evolving societies today and the expected velocity of change for their futures. Relevance is more important than traditional academic achievement.

We support local partners that provide:

• academic support, inside or outside of classrooms
   
• teacher training
   
• 21st century skills, digital literacy, and training in relevant international languages