Funding Partners Commit $25 Million for Education, Emphasize Need-Based Allocation

Funding Partners Commit $25 Million for Education, Emphasize Need-Based Allocation Islamabad, the 24th July, 2024: Ministry of Education convened a meeting, chaired by Minister of Education Faisal Khan Tarakai along with his team and esteemed funding partners, including the Global Partnership for Education (GPE), UNICEF, #GIZ , World Bank and FCDO to discuss the allocation of $25 million towards educational initiatives. The Hon. Education Minister Faisal Khan Tarakai highlighted the commitment of these partners to prioritize educational impact over political considerations, strongly committed to roll in the out of school children and will promote the girl’s increased ratio in education The funding, pledged under the new GPE funding cycle, will be allocated based on rigorous needs assessments to ensure equitable distribution and maximum educational benefit. This approach reflects a collective effort to enhance educational outcomes globally, addressing critical needs without bias. We are grateful for the generous commitment of $25 million from our funding partners, emphasizing the importance of strategic partnerships in advancing educational goals. This funding will be instrumental in addressing educational challenges and promoting inclusive and quality education for all. Key stakeholders from various departments and organizations, including Directors from E&SE, DCTE, DPD, and representatives from EMA, ALP, PIU, ISU, along with the senior officials of E&SED including Special Secretary (Dev), Additional Secretary (R&I) , DS (R&I) and Education Advisor ESRU actively contributed to the discussions. The Ministry of Education reaffirms its dedication to transparent and effective utilization of resources, ensuring that every dollar contributes to meaningful educational advancements. This collaborative effort marks a significant step towards achieving sustainable development goals in education.