Girls' education for societal change
Christina Kwauk
Christina researches the profound impact of girls’ education on societal change. She shows how addressing gender inequalities can transform educational experiences. Overcoming systemic gender biases benefits girls’ education, contributing to climate resilience and community wellbeing. Christina advocates for gender-responsive and transformative teaching methods to empower both girls and boys, ultimately fostering gender equality. Quality education equips girls with leadership skills and green expertise, significantly benefiting their communities and promoting lasting social change.
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“The bare minimum is just ensuring that girls can stay in and complete school. The longer that they stay in school… we have much better climate, resilience, just much better outcomes for girls themselves and for their households.”
Christina Kwauk
Christina Kwauk
Christina Kwauk (PhD) is an expert in global education, gender equity, and climate change. With a focus on the intersection of education and sustainable development, she has worked extensively on policies and programs that empower girls and women. Christina has held roles as a researcher, policy advisor, and advocate, contributing to initiatives at organisations like the Brookings Institution. Her work emphasises the importance of education in addressing global challenges, particularly in promoting gender equality and climate resilience through learning and policy reform.
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