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Nathalie Nikitenko, Director of European and International Relations and Cooperation at the French Ministry of Education

What important role does the HLSC play in supporting country progress towards SDG 4?

The HLSC plays an important advocacy role and helps keep SDG4 at the top of the political agenda both globally and nationally: it facilitates the sharing of solutions and good practice for countries to implement change and progress towards SDG4.

Based on your experience, why would you encourage countries and stakeholders to join the HLSC?

To join the HLSC is to join a global movement for a global public good within the multilateral system: it is both a vantage point from which to monitor progress and an amazing opportunity to steer SDG4 in the right direction.

As we approach the 2030 deadline, what key actions should the HLSC prioritize for impactful global coordination and accelerated progress towards SDG 4?

I believe that the role of teachers in shaping the youth of tomorrow must be upheld as they inspire, guide and empower the next generation.  

Luísa Mendes, Director of Coordination of Cooperation and International Relations of the Ministry of Education, Portugal

What important role does the HLSC play in supporting country progress towards SDG 4?  

The HLSC plays an important role in supporting countries' progress towards achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4), by providing the following: 

• Strategic Guidance, including advising on best practices and innovative approaches to education;
• Monitoring and Evaluation, in helping reviewing data, identifying gaps, and making recommendations to address challenge;
• Advocacy and Mobilization, in helping efforts to mobilize political will and resources to support education initiatives;
• Coordination and Collaboration, by facilitating coordination and collaboration among governments, international organizations, civil society, and the private sector;
• Capacity Building, by supporting capacity-building efforts in countries, and by helping in developing knowledge to implement effective education policies and programs.

Based on your experience, why would you encourage countries and stakeholders to join the HLSC?  

By joining the HLSC, countries and stakeholders can play a key role in driving global education progress, and it can bring opportunities for advancing education globally, in view of the following: 

• Influence Global Education Policy;
• Networking and Collaboration, thereof fostering partnerships and joint initiatives that can lead to more impactful and sustainable education outcomes;
• Advocacy and Visibility, by leveraging the committee's influence to garner support for their education initiatives;
• Capacity Building, as it helps countries and stakeholders develop the skills and knowledge needed to advance their education systems. 

As we approach the 2030 deadline, what key actions should the HLSC prioritize for impactful global coordination and accelerated progress towards SDG 4?  

To ensure impactful global coordination and accelerated progress towards SDG 4 by 2030, the High-Level Steering Committee (HLSC) should prioritize the following actions: 

• Strengthening Data and Monitoring Systems, including improving national education management information
• systems and ensuring data is used to inform policy and practice;
• Increasing Education Financing, advocating for increased domestic and international funding, and promote innovative financing mechanisms to bridge the education financing gaps;
• Enhancing Teacher Support and Professional Development, by supporting initiatives that provide ongoing professional development, better working conditions, and adequate remuneration for teachers;
• Fostering Multistakeholder Partnerships, facilitating partnerships that leverage the strengths and resources of different stakeholders;
• Promoting Lifelong Learning, by encouraging lifelong learning opportunities, including technical and vocational education and training (TVET), adult education, for better adapt to changing labor markets and societal needs.

Martin Seychell, Deputy Director-General DG INTPA, European Commission

What important role does the HLSC play in supporting country progress towards SDG 4? 

The HLSC provides countries with a vital platform to share knowledge, align national policies with global goals, and access the resources and expertise needed to make meaningful progress on education for all. This is a contribution which the EU, as a key actor on the ground, highly appreciates.  

Based on your experience, why would you encourage countries and stakeholders to join the HLSC? 

Joining the HLSC offers a chance to collaborate on innovative solutions, with actors within and beyond the education community, ensuring that their education systems are supported by international best practices and resources, such ²¹²õ t³ó±ð EU’s Global Gateway Strategy that prioritizes education investment. 

As we approach the 2030 deadline, what key actions should the HLSC prioritize for impactful global coordination and accelerated progress towards SDG 4?

The HLSC should focus on strengthening global cooperation also by engaging non-education stakeholders in areas like digital and climate education, skills development, and financing, to ensure no one is left behind on the path to achieving SDG 4 by 2030. 

Qin Changwei, Secretary-General of the Chinese National Commission for UNESCO

What important role does the HLSC play in supporting country progress towards SDG 4? 

First, the HLSC urges the governments of the Member States to prioritize achieving SDG 4 and increasing investment in education through organizing international conferences and building consensus. Second, it identifies key challenges and provides targeted recommendations to address them. Third, it fosters international cooperation to support the least developed countries.

Based on your experience, why would you encourage countries and stakeholders to join the HLSC? 

On the one hand, joining the HLSC contributes to driving progress towards SDG 4 and advancing education transformation worldwide. On the other hand, it is imperative that the wisdom and contribution of all Member States assist the HLSC to achieve our shared mission.

As we approach the 2030 deadline, what key actions should the HLSC prioritize for impactful global coordination and accelerated progress towards SDG 4?

The HLSC should continue its efforts to encourage the Member States to put SDG 4 at the top of its agenda by prioritizing investment in education and its development. It should also mobilize more resources and promote the broadest international cooperation to support the least developed countries.

Eng. Saad Alghamdi, Deputy Minister for Planning, Saudi Arabia

What important role does the HLSC play in supporting country progress towards SDG 4? 

The HLSC supports countries’ progress towards SDG 4 by facilitating stakeholder coordination, promoting best practices, advocating for funding, and providing technical assistance to improve inclusive and equitable education. 

Based on your experience, why would you encourage countries and stakeholders to join the HLSC? 

I encourage countries and stakeholders to join the HLSC to collaborate on innovative educational strategies that accelerate progress towards achieving SDG 4 and ensure inclusive, equitable quality education for all. 

As we approach the 2030 deadline, what key actions should the HLSC prioritize for impactful global coordination and accelerated progress towards SDG 4?

The HLSC should prioritize enhancing international collaboration, sharing best practices, and investing in innovative educational technologies. These actions can strengthen the core values of SDG 4 by promoting inclusive and equitable quality education, fostering lifelong learning opportunities, and ensuring that education systems are resilient and responsive to the needs of all learners.

Ibtisam Ayoub, Secretary General, Jordan National Commission for Education, Culture and Science  

What important role does the HLSC play in supporting country progress towards SDG 4? 

The HLSC helps countries in accelerating progress in education for all by providing them with strategic guidance, resources, and a space to work together. 

Based on your experience, why would you encourage countries and stakeholders to join the HLSC? 

Being part of the HLSC gives countries and organizations a chance to shape global education policies, share ideas, and make a real impact on learning and in advancing SDG 4 commitments.

As we approach the 2030 deadline, what key actions should the HLSC prioritize for impactful global coordination and accelerated progress towards SDG 4?

As we approach 2030, we have to speed up progress, the HLSC should focus on helping countries in taking action, securing more funding for education, and building partnerships to insure progress towards SDG 4.

Yuri Belfali, Head of Division, Early Childhood and Schools, OECD

What important role does the HLSC play in supporting country progress towards SDG 4? 

The HLSC plays a global convening role and encourages Members States to set national targets for 2025 and 2030 on the SDG 4 benchmark indicators and the new indicators (greening education, digital education, and youth engagement) which it reviews regularly. 

Based on your experience, why would you encourage countries and stakeholders to join the HLSC? 

Any country or stakeholder serious about achieving quality education for all should want to join the HLSC – it is the apex body for global education cooperation and provides the main consultation and coordination mechanism for education in the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda. 

As we approach the 2030 deadline, what key actions should the HLSC prioritize for impactful global coordination and accelerated progress towards SDG 4?

The HLSC should continue to encourage and advocate for Member States to leverage their Transforming Education Summit national commitments and in particular, the Call to Action on Financing Education to work on tax to increase and improve domestic funding for education. 

Pia Britto, Global Director for Education and Adolescent Development, UNICEF

What important role does the HLSC play in supporting country progress towards SDG 4?

The HLSC plays a critical role in driving country progress towards SDG 4 by fostering high-level political commitment, strengthening global coordination, and mobilizing collective action to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education for all. 

Based on your experience, why would you encourage countries and stakeholders to join the HLSC?

Joining the HLSC enables countries and stakeholders to collaborate on evidence-based policies, leverage global expertise, and accelerate transformative education reforms to achieve SDG 4—ensuring that no child is left behind, particularly in the face of ongoing global challenges.  

As we approach the 2030 deadline, what key actions should the HLSC prioritize for impactful global coordination and accelerated progress towards SDG 4?

To drive impactful global coordination and accelerate progress towards SDG 4, the HLSC should prioritize strengthening national education systems, increasing financing for equitable access, and fostering cross-sectoral partnerships to address learning crises at scale while also leveraging digital and innovative solutions and actively engaging children and youth in co-creating and shaping these solutions. 

Dina Ghobashy, Director of Education Transformation, Microsoft

Based on your experience, why would you encourage countries and stakeholders to join the HLSC? 

The HLSC provides opportunities for education stakeholders to collaborate and align agendas with all the key actors working together in support of SDG 4. Participating at this high level allows the private sector and private foundations constituencies to both bring new ideas to the table and align our own strategies with global education priorities. 

Participation allows countries to share best practices, leverage resources, and align their education policies with international standards, thereby enhancing the quality and accessibility of education. Stakeholders, including governments, NGOs, and the private sector, can contribute their expertise, funding, and innovative solutions to address educational challenges. This collective effort not only accelerates progress towards achieving SDG 4 but also promotes sustainable development, economic growth, and social cohesion on a global scale. 

What can the private sector bring to the table to advance SDG 4? 

The private sector is an important partner on the journey to achieving SDG 4. The private sector brings innovation, agility, expertise, partnerships, technology, and fresh ideas to the table while contributing through in-kind support, technical expertise, advocacy, and policy positions, and sometimes financially.

Simon Sommer, Co-Chief Executive Officer, Jacobs Foundation

As we approach the 2030 deadline, what key actions should the HLSC prioritize for impactful global coordination and accelerated progress towards SDG 4? 

The mobilization of financial resources for education will be crucial. Everyone will have to think outside the box and be prepared to consider new forms of financing education (example: IFFED). 

What can private foundations bring to the table to support the HLSC work?  

No other actor can bridge the gap between sectors as well as foundations can. We are ready to do so. However, we cannot and will not fill the financial gaps of states that do not invest in education. 

Ellen Dixon, SDG4 Youth & Student Executive Committee Representative

What important role does the HLSC play in supporting country progress towards SDG 4? 

The HLSC plays a pivotal role in supporting country progress towards SDG 4 by fostering global cooperation, providing strategic guidance, ensuring accountability in education policies and initiatives, and actively engaging multiple stakeholders such as youth and students to ensure their voices are heard and their contributions are valued.

Based on your experience, why would you encourage countries and stakeholders to join the HLSC? 

I learnt about the dynamism of multistakeholderism on the Sherpa Group of the HLSC concerning the global education governance agenda. The diversity of actors - multilateral organizations, member states, private foundations, civil society, teachers - means we have to be very clear in articulating the aspirations and experiences of young people into concrete outputs for SDG 4 with other stakeholders. 

As we approach the 2030 deadline, what key actions should the HLSC prioritize for impactful global coordination and accelerated progress towards SDG 4?

I say this regularly about the Sherpa Group, but while we have some incredible high-level education experts on the HLSC we often need to draw more attention from other sectors to address the global education policy agenda. For example, with the International Conference for Financing Development and the World Summit for Social Development coming up in 2025, it will be essential to identify how financing national education systems influences other sectors such as health, construction, innovation. The Sherpa Group will need to be strategic – especially in the utilization of youth and student voice – to gain attention from global actors in the wake of competing issues in social development.

Ilan Enverga, SDG4 Youth & Student Executive Committee Representative

Based on your experience, why would you encourage countries and stakeholders to join the HLSC? 

Based on my experience in the Leaders Group of the HLSC, I would encourage countries and stakeholders, especially young people, to join the HLSC to leverage its collaborative platform for innovative solutions, shared expertise, and the collective drive to accelerate progress toward achieving inclusive and equitable quality education for all. Collaborating with international leaders and stakeholders, I was able to advocate for initiatives that directly address the needs and aspirations of young people worldwide. 

As we approach the 2030 deadline, what key actions should the HLSC prioritize for impactful global coordination and accelerated progress towards SDG 4?

As we approach the 2030 deadline, the HLSC should prioritize strengthening partnerships, increasing investment in education, and amplifying youth engagement to ensure impactful global coordination and accelerated progress towards SDG 4.