Education

”EDUCATION IS THE PREMISE OF PROGRESS, IN EVERY SOCIETY, IN EVERY FAMILY.” – Kofi Anan

All children have the right to education, regardless of the environment they were born in. However, in Romania only a third of vulnerable children graduate primary school. If their parents struggle with everyday life, children’s education does not come as a priority. Without real opportunities and constant access to education, the majority of these children are at risk of becoming adults with economical difficulties, unable to support their families.

United Way takes a holistic approach to developing educational capacity. Education is more than just a classroom or a teacher. In order for youth to receive a quality education, it takes the focus and resources of the entire community to create learning-rich environments where dreams are fueled and opportunities are delivered to those who need them.

Our main programs in education are:

In 2024, United Way Romania supported a number of 7,756 children, from disadvantaged backgrounds, not to interrupt their education, as follows:

  • 2,468 children from underprivileged communities had access to integrated services aimed at preventing school dropout.
  • 1,228 children from disadvantaged backgrounds benefited from literacy activities.
  • 2,123 hospitalized children with long-term stays participated in educational programs and art therapy.
  • 989 children from foster care centers had access to educational activities.
  • 948 children from vulnerable communities took part in creative and literacy workshops.
  • 1,646 parents attended the Parents’ Academy to develop parenting skills, received support in understanding the importance of education and reading in their children’s lives, and benefited from psycho-social counseling based on their needs.
  • 532 teachers and specialists from disadvantaged communities participated in various training courses and sessions designed to support them in working with vulnerable children to prevent school dropout.