Ben Piper

Ben Piper, the Director of Global Education at the Gates Foundation, discusses critical challenges in education at the Education World Forum. He highlights that foundational learning is essential amid global funding cuts, offering cost-effective solutions. Piper emphasizes that increased attendance doesn't guarantee better learning, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa and India. He calls for urgent policy changes and investment in resources, stressing collaboration between governments and philanthropic organizations to foster strong educational outcomes.