The power of youth in co-creating education
Children shape the future of education.
We need inclusive and equitable education to create lifelong opportunities for children, especially those living in extreme poverty. A child’s opportunities in life, their future independence, productivity and success are directly shaped by their education. And so children must have a say in what and how they learn.
Student leadership development
In our schools, we encourage and nurture leadership skills in children throughout their education journey.
Building their confidence in themselves and helping them to find their voice is key to their learning. In addition to providing quality academic and vocational learning, each of our schools has a student leadership council, giving students agency and a platform to speak on their education design. Children learn to engage with peers, as well as teachers and school leadership, to have say in their own education.
Co-creating education to enable children's dreams to come true
“As technology continues to transform the world, involving youth in co creating modern, relevant and inclusive education systems is essential to ensure teaching and learning truly meet their aspirations” – United Nations
Education is a human right, a public good and a public responsibility. It is the catalyst to a better future for our children and we take this responsibility seriously, equipping our boys and girls with an education that prepares them for life and employment after school. This includes education in a range of new technologies, as well as the skills to use technology well to empower themselves and others.
Education is key to sustainable development
When it adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the international community recognized that education is essential for the success of all 17 of its goals. Sustainable Development Goal 4, in particular, aims to “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all”1https://www.un.org/en/observances/education-day by 2030.
Quality education is the cornerstone of our work and the education programmes of the Sisters of Mary. It is the key to ending poverty for good and the best hope children have to live an independent life, free from poverty.