Purpose
Born with the mission “Every Child in School and Learning Well”, the scope of Pratham’s work has expanded across program areas and age segments in education and livelihoods.
About Pratham International
Pratham International has been established to support efforts for the education and training of children and youth in contexts across the globe. Our mission is fueled by the stark reality that many societies grapple with a crisis of learning, leaving 7 out of 10 children in low and middle-income countries unable to read simple text by age 10.
This is not the whole problem of education, but it quantifies that the system is not working for at least 7 out of 10 children. We understand that without foundational skills, these children are unlikely to thrive in complex societies, and without contextualized interventions, youth who are left behind may not reach their full potential as they enter the workforce.
To address these global challenges, Pratham International enables the adaptation and spread of proven and scalable solutions pioneered by the Pratham Education Foundation in India, in over 20 low- and middle-income countries across the world. We do so through tailored programming and technical assistance aligned to local contexts. Innovations championed by our team include the evidence-based Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) and the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER). We are also exploring adaptations of interventions in early education, digital initiatives, youth training, and beyond to support learning in contexts outside India.
Pratham Network
The Pratham Network
For over 25 years, the distinct entities in the Pratham network have been united by a common purpose — to drive positive change and make a lasting impact through education.
Each entity within our network brings experiences and professionals that help to address global challenges related to learning and uplifting communities in need. With Pratham Education Foundation and Pratham International as our core delivery organizations, our network also includes our fundraising affiliates in the US, UK, Sweden, and Australia.
