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152m child labourers – and no end in sight to their misery
More than a third of child labourers don't go to school - and progress on reducing the practice is stalling, new figures show.
Invest in education for a better world says UN chief Antonio Guterres
Urgent action can help millions of children into school and deliver the skills needed for the jobs of the future, said the UN Secretary-General at a high-level event on education financing.
10 amazing young entrepreneurs whose success can inspire the next generation
As a new Youth Skills and Innovation Initiative is launched today, we look at some remarkable young business people who can show others what is possible.
Youth skills initiative to help young people be ready for jobs of the future
Youth, industry leaders and experts will create solutions and take actions that will aid the next generation of innovators, makers and entrepreneurs.Â
Dozens of children feared dead as school is destroyed by Mexico earthquake
With more than 20 students confirmed dead, parents could only wait in hope as rescuers searched in the rubble of the devastated school in Mexico City.
Live blog: Class of 2030 event on how business can help young people be ready for jobs of future
With the UN meeting in New York, the Global Business Coalition for Education brings together some of the biggest names in education, business and philanthropy.
School meals crisis hits 1.5m vulnerable children in West and Central Africa
A funding shortfall could see students losing their only nutritious meals or even dropping out of school in several countries, the World Food Programme has warned.
“Every voice counts. Every foot on the ground, every time you sign a petition – those things add up”
In a new episode of her Better Angels podcast, ¹ú²úÊÓƵ President Sarah Brown talks to American campaigners Jamira Burley, Michael Gibbons and Michael Silberman.
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How world leaders at UN talks can give hope to millions of children
We look at some of the events and themes at this year's UN General Assembly that can help to deliver education and early years care for every child.
Penny Lancaster backs #5for5 campaign for early years care
Watch the broadcaster and mother visit a children's centre to find out why early years care is so crucial to give them the best start in life.
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