INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Education Above All (EAA) Foundation on Sunday signed an agreement with the United States Agency for International Development&s (USAID)
Mission to Afghanistan to enhance access to primary and higher education for Afghanistan&s children and youth.The agreement, signed Sunday
at the Doha Forum, reaffirms a shared commitment to education as a fundamental right for all, particularly for marginalised and at-risk
communities, a statement said.Under this partnership, EAA Foundation, supported by Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) and USAID will mobilise
a combined $50 million in funding, equally contributed by both parties, to support the enrolment of over 100,000 out-of-school children and
provide nearly 2,000 post-secondary school scholarships.The partnership also focuses on co-operative research and strategic engagement with
other stakeholders to strengthen Afghanistan&s education sector
Together the organisations will work to accelerate student enrolment, improve retention and create pathways to high quality education for
at-risk Afghan youth.Mohammed al-Kubaisi, acting CEO of EAA Foundation, said: &Collaborating with USAID on this crucial partnership is a
vital step toward our shared vision of inclusive and equitable education for all
By working together, we can break down the barriers to accessing quality education, empower communities, and contribute to a brighter, more
Joel Sandefur, USAID mission director for Afghanistan, said: &Ensuring sustained access to quality education for Afghan women and girls,
fostering meaningful learning outcomes, and prioritising the safety and well-being of learners and educators are central to USAID&s mission
Through our partnership with Education Above All, we unite with like-minded partners committed to building a brighter and more prosperous
future for all Afghans.The post Qatar and US to provide $50 million for education in Afghanistan first appeared on Ariana News.
