Education
Americans for Financial Reform Education Fund and Public Citizen have issued a report detailing the growing crisis of home insurance availability and affordability, driven by climate change and unfair insurance industry practices. The report, "Rising Property Insurance Premiums: Uneven Risks to Households," reveals that insurers unfairly penalize customers
Education
The education tax credit included in the Big Beautiful Bill has sparked concern among educators and policymakers, potentially threatening the survival of public education. The credit will allow parents to receive up to $1,700 in tax credits for contributions to nonprofit scholarship-granting organizations (SGOs), which can then distribute funds
Education
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Legal Defense and Educational Fund (LDF) has strongly opposed the U.S. Department of Education's proposed changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. The LDF submitted a public comment arguing that the Department lacks the legal
Education
In its latest annual report, Malala Fund revealed its impact in the 2024-2025 fiscal year, showcasing significant strides in advancing girls' education, particularly in Nigeria, where nearly five million adolescent girls remain out of school. The organization invested $66.4 million, supporting 123 education champions, 65 girls' program
Education
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has requested the collaboration of the National Assembly to ensure that the 25% allocation from the new Development Levy is fully realized and effectively deployed. This allocation is seen as a major step towards transforming Nigeria's education financing landscape. Managing Director Mr.
Education
President William Ruto has lauded teachers as Kenya's greatest resource and patriots, reaffirming his administration's commitment to keeping education at the centre of its agenda. Speaking at State House, Nairobi, after meeting over 10,000 teachers, Ruto credited educators for their dedication to shaping the destiny
Education
The State Department of Education (SEE/MG) in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais has introduced a new School Fund management system designed to simplify and streamline school financial management. The system, unveiled on Friday, September 12th, will transform the management of state school funds and provide better tools for
Education
The Australian Education Union has welcomed the release of the OECD's Education at a Glance 2025 report, highlighting the urgent need to tackle teacher shortages and ensure full funding of Australia's public schools. The report shows that government investment in non-tertiary education in Australia remains below
Education
In a significant gathering marking the third anniversary of the Transition and Resilience Education Fund (TREF), high-level officials from the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE), international partners, and donors reaffirmed their commitment to safeguarding and strengthening Lebanon's public education system. The event highlighted the importance of
Education
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, along with members of the Illinois Association of School Boards, emphasized the importance of securing federal funding for Title I schools and increasing support for students with disabilities as the Trump Administration seeks to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. The meeting
Education
The chair of Bangsamoro Parliament's Blue Ribbon Committee, Atty. Rasol Mitmug, has called for the indefinite leave of absence of Ministry of Basic, Higher and Technical Education chief Mohagher Iqbal pending an investigation into a P2.2 billion fund controversy. The move follows the Commission on Audit'
Education
The federal government's allocation of N3.5 trillion to the education sector in the 2025 budget, which is only 7% of the total budget, has left teachers' welfare severely compromised, according to a report by the UK-based group, Column. The report highlights a significant shortfall in teacher
