News and events

Explore the latest news and events from the Global Business Coalition for Education. From high-level meetings and expert commentary to partner announcements and project milestones, our updates keep you informed and inspired. See how business leaders and partners are driving impact and creating opportunities for young people worldwide.
Power of networking helps bridge the youth skills gap

10 Jul 2025

Power of networking helps bridge the youth skills gap

Participants in our 2025 Youth Skills and Employment Accelerator attended the Horizons: Dare to Be Brave – Jobs for the Future 2025 summit in New Orleans.

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Business investment in education can be a game-changer for young people

Business investment in education can be a game-changer for young people

We spoke with Diane Le Goff, Schneider Electric’s director of youth education and entrepreneurship programs. As ESG braces for political headwinds, especially in the U.S., we asked about the importance of education and training and the value of accurate ESG reporting.

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If your company wants to make a difference, put education at the core of ESG
Emily Friedman, GBC-Education's Head of Business Impact, announces a $50 million pledge at the Education Cannot Wait High-Level Funding Conference, February 2023.

If your company wants to make a difference, put education at the core of ESG

Our name—the Global Business Coalition for Education—hints at the core of our work but leaves a lot unexplained. Our colleague Emily Friedman has been fine-tuning our strategy. We asked her for an update that you can read in under 90 seconds.

Year in Review: Top 5 Achievements

Year in Review: Top 5 Achievements

This year, the Global Business Coalition for Education continued to build a strong movement of companies committed to ending the global education crisis, working with our network to have the greatest possible social impact.

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