Funding for Schools in Pakistan
Funding for schools in Pakistan is a topic that has attracted the attention of various national and international organizations. As well as individuals who are interested in improving the quality and accessibility of education in the country.
Here are some of the sources that provide information on this topic:
The Global Partnership for Education (GPE) is a multilateral partnership. That supports developing countries to ensure that every child receives a quality basic education. Pakistan has been a partner of GPE since 2012 and has received a total grant support of US$272,839,774 to improve its education sector plan and implement various programs and projects. GPE also provides COVID-19 support, system capacity support, and girls’ education accelerator support to Pakistan.
World Bank
The World Bank has been working in the education sector in Pakistan for more than a decade. And has conducted several research and evaluation studies to assess the impact of different interventions on student learning outcomes. One of these studies involved offering grants, to micro-loans. And equity financing to low-cost private schools that serve poor families in rural areas of Punjab. The study found that grants increased test scores, enrollment, and profits of schools. While loans and equity financing had mixed effects.
Malala Fund
The Malala Fund is a global organization founded by Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai. Who was shot by the Taliban for her advocacy of girls’ education in Pakistan? The Malala Fund works with local partners and advocates to break down the barriers. That prevents girls from going to school and learning. In Pakistan, the Malala Fund supports Education Champions who advocate for better resourcing of education. Improved school infrastructure in rural regions, and more digital curricula for girls.
UK Government Fund
The UK Government has also announced 75 scholarships for Pakistani students to pursue higher education in the UK. As part of its commitment to support Pakistan’s development and stability. The scholarships are funded by the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO) and cover tuition fees, living expenses, travel costs, and visa fees. The scholarships are open to students from various fields of study, such as engineering, law, health, education, and social sciences.
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These are some of the sources that provide information on funding for schools in Pakistan.