Themetic: Education in Emergencies
Partner: Yale University
This research programme set out to examine the barriers and enablers of Early Childhood Development and Education in Emergencies (ECDEiE), and to understand how such programmes and policies are operationalised globally. Through a combination of country case studies and a landscape analysis, the study aimed to inform policy and action in emergency contexts and provide guidance on the challenges and opportunities of positioning ECE as a priority in crisis settings.
Case studies were conducted in Bangladesh, Mali, Jordan, and Colombia, offering insights into local implementation and contextual realities. The landscape analysis explored the underlying causes of limited access to ECDEiE worldwide, identifying three key issues: the low prioritisation of ECDEiE across sectors, the absence of a systematic characterisation of institutional and programmatic landscapes, and the lack of consensus around strategic advocacy. Together, these findings contribute to a stronger foundation for advancing early childhood education in emergencies as a global priority.