Supporting education and innovation.
We aim to provide educational opportunities and empowerment for teachers from the most vulnerable and under-resourced communities around the world.
An estimated 44 million additional teachers are needed globally by 2030 to achieve universal primary and secondary education. Sub-Saharan Africa faces the most acute shortage, requiring approximately 15 million new teachers to meet this demand (UNESCO). This region also has the lowest percentages of trained teachers, with only 48% in pre-primary, 64% in primary, and 50% in secondary education.
Pakistan, too, faces significant challenges in its education sector. The country has a Human Capital Index (HCI) value of 0.415, lower than the South Asia average of 0.48 and comparable to the Sub-Saharan Africa average of 0.40 (The World Bank). This indicates a pressing need for educational reforms and increased investment in human capital development.
Let’s work together to enhance the chances of a better life for the most vulnerable among us. Talent is evenly distributed, but opportunities are not.
We Need Almost 44 Million More Teachers by 2030
The impact of a truly empowered teacher goes far beyond numbers. Teachers are role models, mentors, and community leaders who can create change that lasts for generations. Through 1MT Cares, we work to empower teachers globally, focusing on regions like Sub-Saharan Africa and Pakistan, where challenges in teacher education and access to quality teacher training programs are particularly severe.
As the international programming partner for the development of empowered teachers, 1MT goes beyond basic training. We provide pathways to job satisfaction and sustainable income, while offering teacher training courses, teaching certificate programs, and online teaching certification opportunities to expand skills and reach.
Continuing Education for Teachers
We create bespoke continuing education programs to meet the evolving needs of teachers and their student communities. From teacher training certificate courses to the latest teaching courses in Sub-Saharan Africa and Pakistan, we ensure classrooms are engaging, inclusive, and successful. Teachers can access training courses online through some of the best online teaching websites in Sub-Saharan Africa and Pakistan, covering a variety of teacher training topics ranging from pedagogy to technology integration.
Support for Communities
Education happens within the context of a larger community. Our approach extends beyond the school to ensure students have the necessary support to thrive, while teachers in Sub-Saharan Africa and Pakistan receive continuous guidance and development opportunities.
“Education must respond to the dynamism, speed of development and massive changes in society, and educators must be trained to understand the skills required to take full advantage of a world dependent on technology”
—Yemi Osinbajo
Our Partners
Make a donation.
Our donors make it possible for us to offer our programs to any aspiring teacher, anywhere, regardless of affiliation to another institution. Together, with our partners, we’re building a future with enough trained and motivated teachers that every child can has the chance to unlock their full potential.
Planning a fundraiser for 1MT with your community or school group? Let us know about it! We’re happy to provide thank you letters and highlight your great work on our website to inspire others.
Recent Educator Activities and Events Update
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On July 6th, in Lagos, Nigeria, nearly 150 educators graduated as BlackBelt leaders, launching the groundbreaking Happy Teacher Philosophy course and engaging in a vital panel on AI in education. As educators step forward, embracing their power to inspire, lead, and create lasting change, we are reminded that the world needs their passion and skills more than ever. Congratulations to our #BlackBelt graduates! Together, we will transform education—one teacher, one student, and one community at a time. The future is brighter because of you.
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1 Million Teachers, in its global drive to empower educators to deliver inclusive, gender-responsive education in under-resourced communities, has teamed up with 1 Book Africa Initiative. The latter aims to significantly reduce out-of-school children in Africa, particularly in Northern Nigeria, which has 60% of the country's total number of out-of-school children according to UNICEF data. This makes Northern Nigeria the world's largest hub for this issue.
The collaboration will leverage the multi-award-winning film KAKA as a catalyst for dialogue with key stakeholders and partners. This inspiring story follows a young girl's dream of becoming a nurse and her journey to educate herself to support her community. Her narrative intertwines with that of Mallam Habu, a dedicated teacher striving to educate every child in Duma village.
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Kano 1MT 3.0 Graduation
On July 20th, 2024, we celebrated the incredible achievements of 225 educators who earned their black belts at the Royal Avenue Event Centre in Kano. Among them, 18 educators reached 2nd Dan, and 19 were honored with 3rd Dan. We also proudly recognized six Anchor Schools. It was an inspiring event that showcased the dedication and excellence of Kano's teaching community!
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Tuteria, the leading tutoring platform, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with 1 Million Teachers, a global education organization dedicated to empowering educators with the skills they need to succeed in today’s digital age. This collaboration aims to enhance the skills and knowledge of tutors, ultimately improving the quality of education and learning outcomes for students.
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Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
info@1mtcares.org
Phone
🇨🇦 +1 (437) 986-1991
🇺🇸 +1 (210) 628-9483