Our research found that small businesses are playing an increasing role in supporting education in local communities and around the world, particularly for underserved students.
The study examines dozens of businesses in 18 countries, highlighting the role small and medium enterprises play in supporting education and the innovative ways in which they are engaging their consumers in the cause.
As countries and communities look towards economic recovery, the report highlights how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) should be part of the solution to bridge the gap between education and employment.
The report recommends easy steps to get involved such as learning from other businesses’ experiences, working with suppliers or client companies, or supporting after-school programs.
In this report launch event recording, lead researcher Edith Asibey shares insights from GBC-Education’s recent research and interviews three passionate SME leaders about their motivations, challenges, and aspirations related to supporting students and schools. The small business panel includes:
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Reports and Research
Resilience: A New Youth Skill for the Fourth Industrial Revolution report highlights the need for young people to acquire the skills to cope with disruptions to be better prepared for the future of work.
