U.N. rights chief fears repeat of 2017 atrocities against fleeing Rohingya
Refugees observe the 10-year anniversary of their flight to safety from Myanmar and demand a safe return.
Education Cannot Wait (ECW)
Education Cannot Wait is the U.N.'s global fund for education in emergencies and protracted crises. Its mission is to provide safe, free, and quality education to children and youth affected by conflicts and natural disasters. A recent report estimates that 234 million school-aged children worldwide are in urgent need of this support.
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Fund seeks to elevate Afghan girls' voices in bid for higher education
Education Cannot Wait said Afghan girls are the "furthest behind" in efforts to erase poverty and reduce inequality.