Learn about the nonprofits that Cisco is supporting as part of our Education investment sector.
Global outlook
Improving global access to education prepares individuals, and their communities, to succeed in the digital economy.
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UNESCO reports 44 million additional teachers are needed by 2030.
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From 2018-2022, math scores declined by an average of 15 points, while reading skills declined by 10.
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WEF reports that 44% of worker core skills are expected to change in 5 years.
Education impact pillars
We focus on supporting solutions across four key areas aligned to our strategy:
Scaling student-focused STEM, climate and literacy solutions
We invest in early grade direct service solutions that emphasize science, technology, engineering, math (STEM), youth climate actions, and literacy.
Building teacher classroom capacity
We support solutions which build, enable, and foster teacher productivity and proven practices that benefit students.
Preparing youth for the innovation economy
We engage students with relevant, engaging, and industry-aligned career exploration and relevant industry innovation.
Bridging the learning digital divide
We advance ecosystems that improve access to internet connectivity and learning devices.
Innovation leads to measurable impact
We measure the areas that matter most to ensure our key investment goals are met.
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13.3 million students and teachers have engaged in early grade Computer Science education delivered by Code.org in classrooms in over 180 countries.
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6.6 million students and young people have received specific, relevant and actionable career guidance around the world by CareerVillage.org.
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2 million students engaged in climate and STEM education delivered in classrooms by over 24K teachers via Cool.org.
Expanded access to education transforms lives
Our social impact partners help learners access the tools, knowledge, and support they need to move ahead in their lives while building their families and communities.
Harnessing teacher feedback to drive better learning
Cisco AI experts helped our grantee CommonLit benefit from machine learning.
Gamifying cybersecurity to pique curiosity in STEM
Our grantee picoCTF has developed innovative tools to engage students.
Using tech to bridge the digital divide for all.
Our grantee World Possible reaches offline learners with an innovative server.
