Canadians must act now to uphold a basic human right this International Day of Education

Educating girls is a key solution to many global issues that affect our collective future, including climate change.

The author, Fred Witteveen, pictured with students at a school in Ghana where his organization Children Believe does work promoting access to education, especially for girls. Handout photograph

Opinion

BY FRED WITTEVEEN

January 18, 2024

The United Nations describes education as “a human right, a public good and a public responsibility.” On Jan. 24, the sixth International Day of Education recognizes the crucial role education plays in achieving peace and progress across the globe. The theme of this year...

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