• May 8, 2025
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EDUCATION IN EMERGENCIES PROJECT – GPEKIX/IDRC

Advancing Education Solutions: Research for Scaling up Education Innovations in Emergency and Fragilities and FCV Affected Areas of Burkina Faso, Ghana, and Nigeria (ACCELERATED ED+) (Nov 2024 – Oct. 2026) About the ProjectThe project builds on proven models such as Accelerated Education Programs (AEPs), Socio-Emotional Learning (SEL), and Gender-Focused Programming (GFP) to deliver transformative impact. By building on evidence-based practices and fostering partnerships across sectors, we aim to ensure that even the most marginalised children can access quality education in safety and dignity. The primary goal of this research is to tackle the complex challenges of access, retention and SEL faced by out-of-school children and youth (OOSCY) in emergency and Fragility, Conflict, and Violence (FCV)-affected settings in Burkina Faso, Ghana and Nigeria. The primary objective of this research is to deliver empirical evidence on the effectiveness and scalability of innovative educational strategies in crisis-affected settings, specifically identifying and evaluating the […]
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MAKING A MARK AT THE CIES CONFERENCE

Associates for Change recently took center stage at the prestigious CIES (Comparative and International Education Society) 2023 Annual Meeting which was organized from 14th – 22nd February. This participation marked yet another significant stride in their journey towards creating positive change in the realm of global education. The Comparative and International Education Society (CIES) is a non-government organization committed to educational improvement and to empowering learners, educators, and many more on local, national, regional, and global scales. This year’s meeting centered on Improving Education for a More Equitable World. During the CIES Conference, Dr. Leslie Casely-Hayford, Director for Associates for Change delivered an insightful presentation on Accelerated Education Program (AEPs). The presentation drew from their wealth of research conducted on the comparative study on AEPs in Ghana, Nigeria and Sierra Leone depicting diverse educational settings. She shared strategies for improving education quality, promoting inclusivity for learning. The policy discussions and […]
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ASSOCIATES FOR CHANGE PARTICIPATES IN ICERDA

Associates for Change and its research partners; Dalan Development Consultants and The Centre for the Study of Economies of Africa joined other education researchers for the International Conference on Education Research Development in Africa (ICERDA) on the 19th to 21st of September 2023.  ICERDA, a research partnership between The University of Cape Coast and The Centre for the Study of Global Development at The Open University, UK aims to create a unique space for new and established education researchers to meet regularly to disseminate research that addresses and develops research that inspires our policy makers to take action to improve the quality of education for all Africans, especially the disadvantaged and marginalised.  The research Consortium was represented by Dr. Abubakarr Lamin, Eunice Bodza and Louisa Owusu Adjei who delivered presentations on Overcoming educational exclusion and the effectiveness of Accelerated Education Programs. The team’s dedication to driving change in education through […]
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A Commitment to Advancing Education

Associates for Change recently took part in the 2nd Knowledge and Innovation Exchange (KIX) Symposium organized from the 12th – 14th October 2023. This event marked another significant step in the ongoing mission to drive innovation and transformation within the field of education. The Knowledge and Innovation Exchange (KIX) is a global platform that brings together education experts, policymakers, practitioners, and researchers from around the world. The symposium sought to provide an opportunity for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to share findings from their respective work; promote learning and dialogue among researchers, practitioners, and policymakers on how to use data to improve educational outcomes and foster evidence-based policymaking at the country level. Director of Associates for Change, Dr. Leslie Casely-Hayford delivered a presentation on Empowering Education Systems through Equity and Scaling research. She highlighted the benefits of developing more holistic Education data systems as this could lead to improved resource allocation […]
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  • November 3, 2023
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AFC Participates in UKFIET

Associates for Change, Dalan Development Consultants and the Centre for the Economies of Africa participated in the UKFIET from the 12th to 14th of September 2023. The Education and Development Forum (UKFIET) is committed to promoting and strengthening international education and development for all, regardless of gender, ethnicity, nationality, and other differences. It pursues this objective through sharing educational ideas, encouraging the development of teaching, training, research and publication, serving as a resource to policy makers in government, multi-lateral and non-government organisations, and in other institutions. This event brought together educators, policymakers, and researchers from around the world to discuss innovative approaches and strategies to address global education challenges. The research consortium seized this opportunity to share their insights and experiences in different presentations that showcased their dedication to transforming education for the better. Associates for Change presented on and scaling up accelerated education programs highlighting evidence that Accelerated Education […]
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