Latest Blogs & Impact Stories
The Impact of School Development Plans on Education Quality
Discover how the EduQuality Program empowers schools in underserved communities through School Development Plans (SDPs), improving infrastructure, teaching quality, and student welfare. Learn how strategic planning transforms education and creates lasting impact.
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Unstoppable together: Building a Better Future, One Opportunity at a Time
Read Sakshi Sodhi's personal reflections on Opportunity International’s UNSTOPPABLE Series. Discover how women leaders from around the world are driving systemic change through education, financial inclusion, and empowerment, creating opportunities for girls and women to thrive.
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The Mityana Opportunity Zone Project: Transforming Education in Uganda
Discover how Opportunity International's Mityana Opportunity Zone in Uganda is transforming education by improving financial access for low-fee schools. Learn about school leadership training, vocational programs, and impactful stories like St. Lucia Preparatory School, driving quality education and sustainability in underserved communities.
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"When you give students choice, it sets a fire in them." - SEND provision in schools
Explore how SEND provision and Universal Design for Learning (UDL), integrated into EduQuality training, transform classrooms into inclusive spaces. Lucy Odhiambo shares her expertise in special education and practical strategies for school leaders and teachers to drive meaningful change.
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“What If…” Reflections on the hundrED Innovations Summit
Karri DeSelm, Operations Director at Opportunity EduFinance, reflects on her experience attending the hundrED Innovations Summit in Helsinki, where the organization was honored as part of the hundrED Global Collection 2025. Surrounded by global education innovators, she shares insights on themes like human flourishing, scaling impact, and youth engagement. This blog highlights key moments from the Summit and explores the powerful question that resonated throughout: What if…? What if we could build…
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¿CÓMO AFECTAN LAS DISPARIDADES DE GÉNERO A LAS ESCUELAS NO ESTATALES ASEQUIBLES QUE TRABAJAN CON EDUFINANCE?
UN ESTUDIANTE EN KENIA OCCIDENTAL Las disparidades de género en la educación siguen siendo un problema importante, sobre todo en los países de renta baja y media. A pesar de los avances mundiales hacia la paridad de género en la matriculación en primaria y secundaria en muchas regiones, 122 millones de niñas y 128 millones de niños siguen sin escolarizar (UNESCO 2024). Aunque estos datos agregados indican que las tasas de no escolarización entre niñas y niños son generalmente iguales, las…
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How Do Gender Disparities Affect Affordable Non-State Schools Who Work With EduFinance?
Explore how gender disparities impact affordable non-state schools worldwide. Learn about the challenges the schools edufinance work with face in school ownership, leadership, and teaching roles, and how gender norms influence educational opportunities for girls and boys in low- and middle-income countries.
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Creating Sustainable Change: EduQuality’s Role in Enhancing Education in Pakistan
Pakistan faces some of the world’s most pressing educational challenges. With nearly 23 million children between the ages of 5 and 16 out of school, representing 44% of the total population in this age group, the need for a transformation in education is clear. The barriers to education, particularly for girls, are profound, from poverty and cultural norms to a lack of infrastructure and qualified teachers. This has created a critical need for innovative solutions to provide quality education in…
Read MoreImpact Story: Precious Princess Junior School, Uganda
In the heart of Nansana, Uganda, Precious Princess Junior School stands as a testament to resilience, vision, and the transformative power of education. Founded in 2021 amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the school has quickly grown from humble beginnings to become a thriving institution. Behind this success is Mr. Salongo Mike Waswa, a determined school proprietor who has leveraged training, innovation, and a commitment to child protection to create a safe and nurturing environment…
Read MoreImpact Story: Colegio Gregorio Hernández, Dominican Republic
In 1985, with just 100 students and five teachers, Colegio Gregorio Hernández opened its doors in Barahona with a clear mission: to provide quality education while instilling strong values and a sense of environmental responsibility. Today, the school teaches 300 learners, employs 22 educators, and has become a beacon of educational excellence and community involvement. At the center of this remarkable transformation is Ms. Quisquella Peña, the school’s founder and principal, whose unwavering…
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