Crises are disrupting learning for 258 million school-age children

UNESCO says education during emergencies supports learning, safety and recovery.

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On July 2, UNESCO cited a new Education Cannot Wait report saying crises are disrupting education for 258 million school-age children and adolescents worldwide, up from 234 million in 2025. The report says 93 million are currently out of school. The crises include conflict, displacement, climate-related disasters and other emergencies. UNESCO says its emergency-education work includes monitoring education, maintaining safe and inclusive learning environments, supporting teachers and restoring educational facilities.

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During crises, schools may also provide safety, peers, nutrition and psychological support.

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During crises, schools may also provide safety, peers, nutrition and psychological support.

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Governments

Why they care: They set, explain or carry out the relevant rules.
Main concern: See how other young people live

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Schools and teachers

Why they care: They experience the effects of the event directly.
Main concern: Understand school as a safe space

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Students and families

Why they care: They provide expertise, services or oversight.
Main concern: Recognise unequal education opportunities

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One-sentence summary: UNESCO says education during emergencies supports learning, safety and recovery.
Keywords: A school is more than a classroom
Core concept: A school is more than a classroom · During crises, schools may also provide safety, peers, nutrition and psychological support.
Why it matters: See how other young people live · Understand school as a safe space · Recognise unequal education opportunities