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The INEE Blog is an open space for sharing opinions, resources, developments, and discussions on topics relevant to education in emergencies. It is a place to engage the INEE community and raise awareness about issues important to our field of work. INEE publishes blog posts in Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish.

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Note: The opinions expressed in the blog posts included here are those of the respective authors; they do not necessarily reflect the opinions of INEE or its members.

Pedaling Toward Gender Equitable Education: Barriers to Secondary School, Bodily Autonomy, & Sexual Health & Reproductive Rights

Written by
Jill Drzewiecki, Jesuit Refugee Service
Published by
Inter-agency Network for Education in Emergencies (INEE)
Published

Gender based barriers, including beliefs around sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), can hinder access to secondary education in crisis and conflict settings. Be it as donors, implementers, policymakers, or individuals, learn how we can all play a part in addressing these barriers and promote positive change for girls’ and women’s education.

Preparing education systems to respond to the climate crisis at COP28

Written by
Hollie Warren, Head of Education Policy and Advocacy
Published by
Save the Children
Published

When we think about climate change we think about extreme weather patterns and a warming planet. We talk about what this means for the future of our planet, and worry about our own children’s futures. But for so many children around the world, climate change is affecting their lives and their futures right now. More than 1 billion children currently live in countries facing extreme climate risks. For them, the climate crisis is threatening and disrupting their right to an education today.

World Teachers’ Day 2023 – Addressing the Overlooked Plight of Refugee Teachers

Written by
Rebecca Telford, Ed.D, Global Chief of Education, UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR)
Published by
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
Published

Today, as we mark World Teachers Day, it’s essential that we peel back the curtain on an issue that remains largely ignored: the plight of refugee teachers. This year’s theme, “The teachers we need for the education we want: The global imperative to reverse the teacher shortage,” presents a critical moment to shine a light on these unsung heroes.

Protecting Right to Education in Conflict and Crises: Perspectives from Kenya

Written by
Loise Gichuhi and Jackson Mwai
Published by
Inter-agency Network for Education in Emergencies (INEE)
Published

Conflicts and crises can have compounding effects on the barriers to accessing education. Learn how conflict, COVID-19, and other crises have affected education provision in Kenya and what’s needed to mitigate these impacts. 

Call for Submissions: INEE Measurement Library

Published by
Inter-agency Network for Education in Emergencies (INEE)
Published

We are pleased to open a call for submissions for the INEE Measurement Library until 6 November 2023

INEE 2022 Annual Report

Published by
Inter-agency Network for Education in Emergencies (INEE)
Published

In the 2022 Annual Report, you will find a summary of the network’s many activities and accomplishments, which are organized by INEE’s strategic priorities and primary functions.

INEE Strategic Framework 2018-23 Review and Recommendations Summary

Published by
Inter-agency Network for Education in Emergencies (INEE)
Published

As INEE prepares to conclude its current Strategic Framework period (2018-23) and looks toward the next, a crucial first step has been to pause, reflect, and assess our success – and gaps – from over the past six years.

Morocco Earthquake Response Resources

Published by
Inter-agency Network for Education in Emergencies (INEE)
Published

A list of resources to support the provision of education and the psychosocial support and wellbeing of learners, teachers, and those who have been affected by the earthquake in Morocco.

Libya Flooding Response Resources

Published by
Inter-agency Network for Education in Emergencies (INEE)
Published

A list of resources to support the provision of education and the psychosocial support and wellbeing of learners, teachers, and those who have been affected by the flooding in Libya.

[NEW RESOURCE] Guidance Note for Integrated Child Protection and Education

Published by
Inter-agency Network for Education in Emergencies (INEE)
Published

A new guidance note by INEE and the Alliance for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action aims to promote integration and collaboration across the two humanitarian sectors: education and child protection. This tool offers principles, guidelines, indicators, resources and examples for achieving holistic and integrated child protection and education programming.