Access to high-quality, universal education is a fundamental human right for all, yet is denied to many women and girls. Education is a cornerstone of gender equality and can lead to more working options, better individual and household health and increased overall well-being. Today, 129 million girls are out of school worldwide. Education enables women and girls to become active community members, decision-makers, and leaders who are involved in all spheres of life. Increasing education on climate change, in particular, helps them to take part in climate action work, economic development efforts and the creation of low-carbon technologies.

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• Family Planning and Education (Project Drawdown)

• SDG 4: Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all (UN Women)

• Value and pursue your own education, and share your educational story with others. 

• Encourage policymakers and community leaders to provide high-quality, free education for all, including those who are most vulnerable to the negative impacts of climate change.

• Do what you can (tutor, help with child care, contribute to scholarships, etc.) to support free educational opportunities for others.

• Contribute or start community-run free childcare and mentorship schemes, or campaign for the government to provide these.