Empowering Futures
If you were illiterate, where would you be?
With our programs, we are seeing the transformative power of education: within months, children who have never been to school are able to read, write, and do basic math.
Being able to read in itself is life-changing. And with reading, writing, and math skills, our students are now able to change the trajectory of their lives and build a better future. Further, education instills confidence, laying the foundation for success in all aspects of life.
This transformation is monumental. It benefits not just the illiterate, but also their families, communities and nations.
Our vision extends far beyond the classroom. We aspire to create the best opportunities for our students, who will go on to become the architects of our society—our future nurses, teachers, doctors, engineers, and architects. They can shape a better world. It's our mission to provide them with the tools they need to succeed.
Our models are designed to address the educational crisis in the world in a rapid, cost-effective manner, and to educate millions.
We believe we can eradicate illiteracy in our lifetime.
3
countries
145
programs
13’500+
students learning
Where we're making an impact
Stories of Impact
Meet some of our inspiring learners
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Sanjana
Sanjana's educational journey took a harsh turn when bullying by her classmates forced her to leave traditional school. Her self-confidence was shattered, and her dreams seemed out of reach. However, everything changed when a Teach the World MicroSchool opened in her community, offering her a chance to continue her education in a warm and supportive environment.
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Sohail
When Sohail’s father suddenly passed away, his family’s future felt uncertain. At just 12, he found himself working in his uncle’s mechanic shop in Karachi, without access to education. Everything changed when his mother discovered a nearby MicroSchool and enrolled him, reigniting his dreams and giving him hope for a brighter future.
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Rukhsana
In the wake of the devastating Balochistan floods of 2010, Rukhsana's world was turned upside down. Her family lost everything and was forced to seek refuge in Karachi, settling in an impoverished area. At 14, she had never set foot in a classroom, was struggling to learn Urdu and felt isolated in her new community, until she joined our first MicroSchool.
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Waqar
For Waqar, a bright 11-year-old from a Sindhi-speaking household, the barrier of language made getting an education seem out of reach. Unable to communicate in Urdu, the primary language of instruction, his educational prospects appeared dim. Everything changed in March of 2021 when Waqar joined the Teach the World Foundation MicroSchool.
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Zulfa
For Zulfa, the dream of education seemed out of reach. Her parents couldn’t afford school fees, leaving this bright young girl, full of curiosity, without an outlet for her intellectual potential. But when a Teach the World MicroSchool opened in her village, everything changed. Now, with access to quality learning, Zulfa is thriving, proving that with the right tools, any dream is possible.
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