Resources to help level the field
We are firm believers in open-source ideas and thinking. Feel free to read, adapt or use any of the resources that we've developed below. Some are working papers, some are published pieces, some offer ideas for gender training. Although a number have been scrutinised by external reviewers, many are still a work in progress. As such, we would value your thoughts, additions and critiques. Please do not hesitate to get in touch - we value your contribution and the debate!
Working Paper Series
Tackling the toughest barriers for girls: Social Norms
This working paper provides a theorisation of how norms operate and affect behaviour, in order to stimulate discussion, future research and improved interventions to shift the deeply entrenched norms that affect girls’ education.
Working Paper Series
What about the boys? How backlash against girls' education is an opportunity to do better
This working paper looks at the impasse that often occurs when someone asks, 'what about the boys'? It poses some key questions that help to clarify interpretations, address concerns and make discussions more productive.
Working Paper Series
Too complex, too expensive, not scalable! Addressing assumptions around reaching the most marginalised
In order to navigate the impasse that often occurs when discussing education for marginalised girls, this working paper unpacks a number of common assumptions.
Published Report
3rd Annual G7 Global Objectives Report: Examining the Effects of Education in Emergencies and Protracted Crises
Education is vital during crises, particularly for girls. This report examines progress towards the Global Objectives and the degree to which emergencies limit this progress.
Published Evidence Brief
Young Women Not in Education, Employment or Training: Why Twice as Much Potential Is Lost and How We Can Change It
This brief examines why girls are more than twice as likely to be NEET, showing how gender norms restrict their education and work opportunities, and lead to a major loss of rights and human capital.
Privilege blinds, because it's in its nature to blind. Don't let it blind you too often. Sometimes you will need to push it aside in order to see clearly.
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie