Initiatives

Publications

Unpacking the Silence

How education funders engage with school violence

School violence is a major issue and a barrier to learning, yet it receives limited visible attention from education philanthropy. The analysis identifies several practical steps we can take. to change this

IEFG Scenario Series - Scenario 1

Using strategic foresight to shape philanthropy’s role

The IEFG Scenario Series comprises structured thought experiments: hypothetical, positive-framed futures that help test assumptions, expose tensions, and explore the implications of the changing funding environment we're all experiencing.

IEFG Spotlight Report

Trends in Education Philanthropy on the African Continent

Created in October 2024

Videos

See how the members of IEFG complement each other, partner with each other, and work together to provide every child with a quality education.

The message of this first BIG series has been beautifully illustrated by filmmaker Sorrel Milne.

Statements

Statement of Education Philosophy to FFD4

Why philanthropy backs education and why we must use every financing tool at our disposal

A joint statement from the International Education Funders Group and the OECD Network of Foundations Working for Development reinforcing the urgency of education finance reform ahead of the Finance for Development Summit in Sevilla.

Statement by philanthropic actors supporting education at the Transforming Education Summit

This statement is an initiative driven by philanthropic funders working in education and facilitated by the International Education Funders Group (IEFG), and the OECD Development Centre and netFWD.