Learning

Building understanding and shared knowledge to prevent and respond to violence in education settings

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Violence in and around schools undermines children’s learning, well-being, and future opportunities. Shared learning can help to deepen our understanding of how violence affects education—and what can be done to prevent it.

Here you’ll find insights on the impact and cost of violence in schools, why data matters for better decision-making, and how evidence can inform stronger policies, programmes, and investment. These resources can help governments and partners understand both the consequences of inaction and the benefits of creating safe, inclusive learning environments.

You will also find practical takeaways from diverse experience through learning briefs, knowledge exchanges, and country examples. Together, these resources support learning across countries and contexts—connecting research, data, and real-world practice to strengthen prevention of, and response to, violence in education.

Evidence and data

The impact of violence on learning and wellbeing

Evidence of how violence in and around schools affects children

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Why data matters and where to find it

What we know, what’s missing, and where to access data on violence in and around schools

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The cost of violence in schools

Why investing in safe learning environments is essential for education, economies, and children’s futures

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Insights

Learning exchanges

Insights and innovations from implementing the Safe to Learn Call to Action
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Global initiatives

GPE Safe Learning Technical Assistance Initiative

Building country capacity to prevent and respond to violence

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Wellspring Foundation Partnership

Partnering with Wellspring Foundation to end violence in schools

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Supporting Girls to be Safe to Learn

Global Affairs Canada supports girls’ education in West and Central Africa

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End Violence Fund: Safe to Learn projects

Investing in proven solutions to keep children safe in and through schools

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