Winny Cherotich

As the year comes to a close, we reflect with gratitude on the collective effort that defines PAL Network. Together, we continue to transform evidence into action for foundational learning across the Global South. Wishing our community a restful holiday season and a hopeful, energised year ahead. #PALNetwork #HappyHolidays

📢 Read our new blog “Bridging the Gap: How Targeted Learning Reaches Children from All Households” The #MyVillage project’s core intervention is a series of accelerated learning camps, where children are grouped according to their learning proficiency and receive targeted lessons that meet them precisely where they are in their learning journey, regardless of their age or grade. The blog by @WinnyCherotich highlights findings from the impact evaluation of Phase 2 of the #MyVillage project, implemented in Tanzania and Nepal. Across both countries, #MyVillage learning camps were associated with significant and substantial gains in foundational skills. This blog explores how targeted, level-based instruction drives meaningful learning gains, and how this approach can be adapted to fit diverse socio-economic contexts. 👉 Full blog here: palnetwork.org/bridging-the-…

How much does it really cost to reach remote schools, and what role can local governments play in making education programmes scalable and sustainable? In this new blog, @RicardoSabates, @yuyanjiang_, Najme Kishani, @WinnyCherotich, @Benmaseb, and lenis mtitu reflect on lessons from the 'My Village' project in #Tanzania, highlighting the financial, logistical, and policy challenges of ensuring that children in underserved areas are not left behind. Read more; wwhge.org/resources/the-cost… #EducationForAll #DataForFoundationalLearning #EdEquity #GlobalGoals

Leadership from the frontlines ✨ When Dr. Felipe Hevia, the co-director of PAL Network member organisation, @MedirAprender (Mexico), stepped into the shoes of a volunteer, attending training and going door-to-door to assess children, he embodied the very heart of the citizen-led movement. His story reminds us that true leadership in education is not only about policies and papers, but about humility, action, and standing side by side with communities. 📖 Read @WinnyCherotich’s blog: "Leading from the Front: The Story of Felipe and the Foundational Learning Movement" 👉 palnetwork.org/leading-from-… #LiteracyDay #DataForFoundationalLearning #CitizenLed #PALNetwork

Our latest newsletter is here - In this edition, we showcase how community-driven solutions and data are creating powerful, sustainable change in education systems across the globe. My Village Approach: Implemented in 339 villages across Kenya, Tanzania, and Nepal, My Village ensures that all children achieve basic reading and math skills. Through learning camps, parental involvement, life skills sessions, and local libraries, we’re building holistic learning ecosystems. Impact: * 90%+ of low-performing learners improved in literacy or numeracy * Gender and wealth-based gaps narrowed significantly * In Tanzania, girls outperformed boys in advanced numeracy * In Nepal, gender equity was achieved in learning progress Other Highlights: Changing Mindsets, Empowering Girls – In Mali’s Kisakoro, the Doniya Taabolo program is transforming gender norms and ensuring girls stay in school. Data in the Hands of Teachers – Zizi Afrique and CEMASTEA in Kenya are empowering teachers with actionable data to improve classroom learning. Joyful Classrooms through Teacher Training – GLOT’s inclusive teacher development programs are creating scalable models for early literacy. Read these stories and more in our latest newsletter: mailchi.mp/66676db74045/voic… #EducationForAll #FoundationalLearning #SDG4 #DataForFoundationalLearning #EquityInEducation #TeachingAtTheRightLevel

Let's unite to safeguard SDG 4.1.1a and prevent disenfranchisement of learning." - Dr. Emmanuel Manyasa. Support our petition to prioritize foundational literacy and numeracy globally tinyurl.com/46sv7wk2 #DataForFoundationalLearning #EducationForAll

Ready to Make a Difference? We’re excited to launch Phase 2 of our SDG 4.1.1a Campaign and we need YOU! Here’s how you can help: Sign Our Petitions, and Spread the Word. Let’s ensure every child gets the education they deserve! palnetwork.org/campaigns #DataForFoundationalLearning

Did you know? In Sub Saharan Africa, 9 out of 10 children struggle with basic reading. This impacts their future opportunities. Join us in demanding data-driven solutions to this learning crisis. Sign the petition here tinyurl.com/2nb4ew6c #DataforFoundational #EducationForAll