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Our current challenges can seem insurmountable, but they present an incredible opportunity for education transformation in America. EDC's Andrés Henríquez shares more with The Hill. #ICYMI https://lnkd.in/eh6vghkg

Amid ongoing mental health crises in America and around the world, our colleagues at the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention wrote about the free, confidential 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Read more in U.S. News & World Report: #ICYMI https://lnkd.in/efEavSiG

What will it take to unlock second chances for system-impacted people? EDC experts weigh in for Newsweek, sharing three actions we must take now to make these opportunities real. #ICYMI https://lnkd.in/eKX5b3Hr #STEMeducation #justiceimpacted #secondchance STEM Opportunities in Prison Settings (STEM-OPS) by EDC

As we wrap up 2024, we're sharing some big stories from the year written by experts at EDC. First up: The topic of 'climate anxiety' and how we can help children cope in The Hechinger Report. #ICYMI https://lnkd.in/dmDzDb9W

Thrilled that the DANDA Awards have honored our Partnering with Clients to Support HIV Treatment Adherence training with the 2024 Gold Award in the Interactive Content/Rich Media category! https://lnkd.in/eGdKPkbt Learn more about the training developed by EDC's Athi Myint-U, Dana Meritt Wardlaw, and Melanie Adler. https://lnkd.in/eCcRmMbD #health

Zambia’s Ministry of Education and the USAID Let’s Read Project held an official handover ceremony yesterday for the Enhanced Performance Tracking System (ePTS), underscoring Zambia’s commitment to digital innovations that support data-driven decision-making, transparency, and accountability across its education system. The ePTS provides educators and the public with real-time access to data on learner performance, school achievements, and teacher efficiency through any internet-enabled device. Permanent Secretary Joel Kamoko of the Ministry of Education demonstrated the use of the ePTS as an important game changer that signifies a leap forward in collecting, managing, and utilizing education data. Explore how this tool is transforming education here: https://bit.ly/4gFQ7lT

How can parents tell when their child has an anxious attachment? EDC's own Jessica Mercer Young, Ph.D., Developmental Psychologist and Senior Research Scientist, explains the signs to look for and how to help kids overcome low self-esteem and separation anxiety. https://lnkd.in/e4dkuZRP

The Ministry of Education, in partnership with the USAID Let’s Read Project, is celebrating the official handover of the Enhanced Performance Tracking System (ePTS) today. The ePTS is an online public dashboard that allows teachers, administrators, and parents to track learner performance, school-level achievements, and teacher efficiency in real-time. The event highlights the Ministry’s commitment to data-based decision-making for improved outcomes, equity, and accountability. Learn more about this project here: https://lnkd.in/eX6DFyDT

What does it mean to adopt trauma-informed approaches in international development? In South Africa, EDC is partnering with the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation and the Centre for Mental Wellness and Leadership through the USAID Inclusive Development and Equitable Assistance (IDEA) activity. This partnership will develop a Community of Practice and deliver trauma-informed capacity strengthening for implementing partners in South Africa, where trauma is a prevalent public health concern. The USAID Inclusive Development and Equitable Assistance (IDEA) activity, implemented by EDC, supports marginalized and underrepresented groups by advancing inclusion, equity, and local organizational capacity around the world. Learn more about these trauma-informed approaches from one of our partners at the Centre for Mental Wellness and Leadership, in this discussion on today's Day of Reconciliation in South Africa: https://lnkd.in/gEY_TdtW

For individuals at risk of suicide, the transition from the emergency department to outpatient care is a critical time. Leaders in both emergency departments and outpatient care settings can help bridge this gap. Explore the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention’s best practices resource at suicidecaretransitions.org #suicideprevention Suicide Prevention Resource Center