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Conflict-Sensitive and Risk-Informed Planning in Education: Lessons Learned

IIEP-UNESCO
Authors:
The International Institute for Educational Planning (IIEP-UNESCO)
Year Published:
2017
Resource Type:
Evaluations and Research
Language:
English

This brief emphasizes the critical impact of conflict and disasters on education systems globally. It targets policymakers, educators, and humanitarian organizations involved in crisis-affected areas. The brief outlines strategies for conflict-sensitive and risk-informed educational planning to mitigate disruptions caused by conflicts and natural disasters, thereby safeguarding educational infrastructure and promoting social cohesion. It underscores the cost-efficiency of such planning by highlighting potential savings in reconstruction costs compared to proactive risk reduction investments.