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International Women's Day and its connection to education

As every year, International Women's Day is celebrated on March 8. It is a day on which women's achievements are honored worldwide and gender equality is championed. In today's society, the importance of women cannot be overstated and one crucial aspect that underlines their importance is education.


Education has long been hailed as the cornerstone of societal progress and its impact on women's empowerment is unparalleled. Across the world, access to education has helped to break down barriers and challenge traditional gender roles. When women are educated, they are better able to make informed decisions about their lives, pursue their goals and contribute meaningfully to their communities and the world at large.                    One of the most compelling arguments for the importance of education for women lies in its transformative power. Education opens doors to opportunities that were once unattainable and allows women to participate more actively in the workforce, in leadership positions and in decision-making processes. It promotes critical thinking, problem-solving skills and self-confidence and empowers women to overcome complex challenges and stand up for their rights.

Education also serves as a catalyst for social change. When women are educated, they are more likely to marry later, have fewer children and invest in their children's education, breaking the cycle of poverty and improving the overall well-being of the family. In addition, educated women are better able to tackle pressing issues such as healthcare, environmental sustainability and social justice, driving progress on a global scale. However, despite progress in promoting gender equality in education, significant inequalities remain. Millions of girls around the world still face barriers to accessing quality education, including poverty, cultural norms, discrimination and lack of infrastructure. Overcoming these challenges requires a concerted effort by governments, communities and organizations to ensure equal opportunities for all.

On the occasion of International Women's Day, it is imperative to recognize the crucial role of education in promoting gender equality and women's empowerment. By investing in girls' education, we can not only realize their full potential, but also create a more inclusive and prosperous society for all. Let us reaffirm our commitment to give every girl the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive, because when women are educated, the possibilities are limitless.


Global education - explaining why 244 million children and young people have no access to education

The comeback of LEKOLI !

a board game on access to education in Africa

In 2012, CSI created a board game about access to education in Africa. The game was a huge success. Last year, the global education team reworked all the LEKOLI materials, both content and form, and an English translation was added. We are pleased to announce that the printing of the "large model" and "small model" games is now underway! Lekoli is designed both as a family game, and as a basic tool for animation or further reflection on topics related to access to education. The game touches on many concepts and the game is even more enriching when preceded or followed by a discussion with the children.

A great way to combine learning and play!

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CSI Luxembourg is a State-recognised NGO, which has been supporting disadvantaged and marginalised people since 1989 by launching tangible projects which aim at helping them out of poverty and which offer them better future prospects.

In addition to the development cooperation, which concentrates mainly on educational projects, CSI is also active in the field of "Global Education". This means that we organize awareness workshops in primary schools. Access to education is the focus of these workshops.

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