PAL Network
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The PAL Network is a south-south partnership of 17 member organisations conducting citizen-led assessments and actions aimed at improving learning outcomes.
Exciting news! We’ve partnered with the Hempel Foundation to advance foundational learning in the Global South. Together, we’ll generate reliable data across 15 LMICs using ICAN & ICAR tools—empowering countries to track SDG 4.1.1a & shape better education policies #Education4All
The ALiVE Programme published their inaugural edition of the #ALiVEdigest Newsletter. This special issue highlights key milestones, lessons, and voices from the ALiVE Academy—the technical engine driving efforts to integrate skills and values into curriculum, assessment, and…
How is the ALiVE Academy shaping the nurturing and assessment of life skills and values in East Africa? Find out more in this inaugural edition of #ALiVEdigest Newsletter: mailchi.mp/33f85a4b169e/a…
Can citizens drive better education data? Sehar Saeed unpacks the journey of @ASERPAKISTAN In this blog published by @norrag. She presents a powerful example of citizen-led assessments shaping policy, bridging data gaps, and giving voice to the real learning crisis. Read the…
Join the @acereduau at the inaugural #DevEd2025 Conference in #Melbourne, from November 11–13, and be part of the conversation on reshaping education for a more equitable and inclusive future in the Asia-Pacific. Dive deep into topics like; systems transformation, equity and…
Syeed Ahamed, CEO of @iidbd, reflects on a decade of partnership and shared growth. He shares how the collaboration helped transform IID into a truly global organisation—expanding partnerships and amplifying impact regionally and globally. From co-creating innovative assessment…
The UN Statistical Commission formally adopted the Copenhagen Framework on Citizen Data, elevating the legitimacy of citizen-generated evidence in global and national monitoring. In this blog published by @norrag , Sahar Saeed the Deputy Director of Research at @itacecorg and a…
In this #PALat10 Series, @VNgindiru, the Director of Innovations and Practice at @ZiziAfrique, reflects on a decade of learning, collaboration, and impact within the @palnetworkHQ. Virginia shares how the network has fostered rich knowledge exchange and sparked innovative,…
We sat down with Dr. @avelasquezduran, Director of @MedirAprender (MIA), to learn about the incredible work MIA is doing in Mexico. She reflects on MIA's long-standing connection to the @palnetworkHQ, shares her most cherished memories, and offers her perspective on what makes…
🔍 What is good evidence, really? Our global team recently dove into this question during our annual evidence workshop, led by co-founder @angrist_noam, unpacking what it truly means to be evidence-based and how that shapes our programs. 🧠 “Good evidence means we’re confident…
For us to improve foundational learning outcomes, we need to understand it better. Who bears the greatest responsibility for improving foundational learning outcomes? Cast your vote and let us know in the comments what your thoughts ideas are. #FLNFriday…
Meet Dorah Okware, our Financial Accountant. For Dorah, the journey has been about more than numbers. It’s been about impact. “I’ll never forget the children’s faces in the field—so full of hope. And the parents looking at us like, ‘Could this be the person who changes…
Over the past two days, members of the project management team leading the implementation of the International Common Assessment of Numeracy (ICAN) and the International Common Assessment of Reading (ICAR) have actively participated in a series of interactive training sessions.…
¿Qué se investiga, se discute y se publica en el Centro este mes? Lo encuentras en la #GacetaCIESAS. 👀 👉 ciesas.edu.mx/v/Gaceta
Co-creating tools for foundational numeracy in 🇰🇪 This week’s collaboration at @KICDKenya set the stage for smarter, evidence-driven education in Nairobi, Nyandarua & Isiolo. #FoundationalNumeracy #EducationKE #DataForLearning #Kenya
What do foundational learning levels look like in Nepal and Tanzania? Our latest blog by Najme Kishani unpacks key insights from the My Village 2 baseline assessment, covering over 7,000 children across 35 villages. Key findings: · In Tanzania, girls consistently outperform…
Can full scale be achieved without the Government? We say no! 🥳Thrilled to share we are now working in 10/10 regions of Botswana through our 8-year MoU to deliver TaRL with the Ministry of Child Welfare and Basic Education. #TaRLBotswana #FoundationalLearning #EducationForAll…
In Baran, Rajasthan, 19-year-old Sanjana didn’t let the absence of a blackboard stop learning. She transformed an old wooden door into a blackboard for her #CAMaLKaCamp, where 15 children learn every day—proving that dedication beats lack of resources.
The PAL Network is hosting Project Management Team (PMT) members from 11 member organisations to reflect on the field testing and discuss the large-scale rollout of the International Common Assessment of Numeracy and Reading (ICAN & ICAR). Armando Ali, the PAL Network CEO,…
ITA presents field reflections from the #ICANICAR pilot in Pakistan during the onsite training of PMTs in Nairobi. This collaborative training is a key milestone toward the nationwide roll-out of ICAN-ICAR, aimed at strengthening early childhood assessments and learning outcomes
Temporary Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer (Maternity Cover) The Temporary Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Officer will play a key role in sustaining PAL Network’s evidence and learning systems during the maternity leave of the current officer. Reporting to…
Today, we proudly celebrate Dr. Mary Goretti Nakabugo, Executive Director and Board Secretary of @UwezoUganda , for her inspiring leadership and unwavering commitment to the PAL Network vision. In this video, Dr. Nakabugo offers heartfelt reflections on what makes PAL Network…