Blue Ridge Impact Foundation
Peace Building at the Intersection of Learning Poverty, Literacy, and Education
Wed, Mar 19
|UN Church Center
In a world where education is a fundamental pillar of development, the intersection of learning poverty, literacy, and education plays a critical role in fostering long-term peace and stability.


Time & Location
Mar 19, 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
UN Church Center, 777 United Nations Plaza, New York, NY 10017
About the event
Peacebuilding in this context means more than just the absence of conflict—it is about creating opportunities for everyone to thrive through equitable access to quality education. By addressing the root causes of learning poverty, we not only improve literacy rates but also empower individuals and communities to break cycles of poverty, build resilience, and contribute to sustainable peace.
The UN CSW Dialogue will focus on the multi-faceted solution, which includes:
Access to Quality Education: Ensuring that all children, regardless of their background, have access to quality education that meets their needs and prepares them for the future.
Literacy as a Foundation for Peace: Literacy is the cornerstone of individual empowerment and community cohesion. By strengthening literacy programs, we foster critical thinking, communication, and understanding—key ingredients for peaceful societies.
Inclusive Educational Practices: Addressing the disparities in education that often fuel conflict, inequality, and social unrest. Creating inclusive and culturally sensitive learning…