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ADDIS ABABA, JULY 27TH, 2024

GIRLS GROWING EDUCATION SUMMIT

Breaking through a legacy of substandard access to education, to claim a future of shared promise and prosperity.

Kaizen Excellence Center:
Addis Ababa – Saturday, July 27th, 2024

Developing a United Strategy:
A dedicated summit to plan ahead.

TACTICAL COORDINATION AND STRATEGY – THE UNDERLYING FOCUS

 

Through a compelling ‘storytelling’, we have shared our ideas about breaking through a legacy of substandard access to education, to claim a future of shared promise and prosperity, and share see how our work fits into the bigger picture.

The summit was a resounding success, bringing together over 100 participants from international and local organizations and nonprofits dedicated to advancing education in Ethiopia. The event was a testament to the power of bringing together people committed to a similar cause, and we couldn’t be happier with the outcome.

The Agenda

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9:00 AM

WELCOME, COFFEE & NETWORKING

10:00 AM

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

10:30 AM

INNOVATE. EDUCATE. ELEVATE. - GGE Founders

11:00 AM

THE PILOT - The Students

12:00 PM

RETHINK EDUCATION. - (Int. Development Banks and Org.)

1:15 PM

WINGS GIRLS BAND

1:30 PM

LUNCH

2:30 PM

RETHINK ACCESS. - (NGOs, educators)

3:30 PM

RETHINK OUTCOMES. - (GGE, the path forward)

4:30 PM

NETWORKING & DRINKS

Timeline and Gallery

9:00 - 10:00 am

WELCOME, COFFEE & NETWORKING

Welcome by host: Emun Coomunity

10:00 - 10:30 am

KEYNOTE SPEAKER – NINA PATEL (GGE BOARD MEMBER, Head of Product at Walmart)

As we stand on the brink of a new era, it’s clear that the future holds exciting possibilities with advancements in Technology -AI. This next wave of technological advancement is both an opportunity and a challenge for education sector. If not handled correctly, it could further drive inequity.

We have had high-level conversations with leaders in this space, and the consensus is clear: we need to act now. In conclusion, GGE offers a simple, inexpensive solution that provides the same content for all, allowing both children and educators to excel. It is a tool that can help close the gap and ensure that the benefits of technology are accessible to all.

10:30 - 11:00 am

INNOVATE. EDUCATE. ELEVATE. – GGE FOUNDERS

The three cofounders of Girls Growing Education (GGE)—Grace, Ginevra, and Ela—had the opportunity to present our ongoing work in Ethiopia and share our vision for the future. Their presentation highlighted our commitment to partnering with education stakeholders to bring quality education to students in Ethiopia through our innovative EdTech device.

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

THE PILOT – THE STUDENTS

Selected students who participated in the Girls Growing Education pilot last summer camp in 2023, took the stage to bring their testimony of what it meant for them to have had access to an enrichment program that provides a free, impactful curriculum and accelerated asynchronous learning…. in their own words.

12:00 - 1:15 pm

RETHINK EDUCATION. – (Dev. Banks & Int. Org.)

Dominic Muntanga (UNICEF), Samuele Rosa (IMF), Tsebaot Bekele Habte (WORLD BANK GROUP), Shalom Yacob Araya (AYZON FOUNDATION)
MODERATOR: Fikre Zewdie

The summit featured two insightful panel discussions, with representatives from international organizations like UNICEF and the World Bank, as well as local and international nonprofits including Imagine 1 Day, Ayzon Foundation, and I Care for the Nation. Government representatives also contributed valuable perspectives. We extend our sincere thanks to all the panelists for their contributions, which enriched the discussions and provided essential feedback.

1:15 - 1:30 pm

WINGS GIRLS BAND

1:30 - 2:30 pm

LUNCH BREAK

2:30 - 3:30 pm

RETHINK ACCESS. – Yasabu Berkneh (IMAGINE 1 DAY), Hirute Diledo (EMUN COMMUNITY CENTER),
DR. Teshager Seboka (SCHOOL BUREAU)
MODERATOR – Fikre Zedwie

Representatives from NGOs and educators share their point of view on how GGE’s simple solution can work in a complex system.

  • How does this project correlate with what they do?
  • Where do they see an overlap and/or potential collaboration?
  • What next steps are necessary to ensure the project can be successful?
3:30 - 4:30 pm

RETHINK OUTCOMES. – (GGE, The Path Forward)

Our conversations during and after the summit underscored the role GGE can play in supporting Ethiopia’s Digital Education Strategy. Our goal is not only to make our EdTech devices accessible but also to collaborate with partners on strategies to ensure their effective use by students and educators. We are committed to providing ongoing support for deployed devices, including content updates and technical assistance, to maximize their impact.

4:30 pm

NETWORKING, MUSIC, FOOD & DRINKS

Following the summit, we engaged in follow-up meetings with teams from the World Bank, USAID, Imagine 1 Day, Ayzon Foundation, and other key organizations. We also traveled to Arba Minch, where we had the privilege of visiting one of our GGE Learning Labs. It was an inspiring experience to meet the students there and witness firsthand the impact of our work.

Thank you to everyone who participated in and supported the summit. We look forward to continuing our work together to create a brighter future for education in Ethiopia.

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