Across the Middle East and North Africa, education is central to building resilient societies, inclusive economies, and future-ready generations.
We work with governments, institutions, educators, and partners across the region to strengthen education systems, from schools to higher education and lifelong learning, creating sustainable opportunities that respond to national priorities and regional ambitions.
Watch how we support education systems across MENA:
Our role in education across MENA
We take a system-level approach to education, working across policy, practice, and partnership to support long-term impact.
Strengthening policy and system reform
We collaborate with governments and ministries to support policy development, quality assurance, and reform efforts aligned with national education strategies.
Connecting institutions across borders
We link universities, schools, educators, and learners with partners in the UK and internationally — supporting knowledge exchange, innovation, and sustainable collaboration.
Expanding access and inclusion
Our work focuses on increasing access to quality education for groups often left behind, helping ensure opportunity reaches more communities across the region.
Supporting lifelong learning and skills
From foundational education to higher education and professional development, we support pathways that equip learners with skills for evolving economies.
Regional approach, grounded in local priorities
Every country in MENA faces distinct education challenges and opportunities.
Our work is shaped by deep local partnerships and an understanding of national priorities, while drawing on international expertise and global networks.
Through this shared understanding, we help shape solutions that are:
Why this matters
Strong education systems do more than support learners — they strengthen societies.
By investing in policy, partnerships, and access, we help open doors for individuals and institutions across the region, enabling more people to shape their own futures through education.
Explore our work in education
Discover how we support education across MENA:
