#COVID19 has changed the world and we are facing unprecedented economic, health and education crises.

Learning losses could result in around $16,000 of lost wages over a lifetime, which amounts to one-tenth of global GDP. 1/
Girls’ education is vital to boost incomes and develop economies. With just one additional school year, a woman’s earnings can increase by a fifth.

Educating girls creates thriving, healthy and diverse workforces. 2/
When businesses take action, we can educate more girls more quickly and effectively.
UK & leading education fund @GPforEducation are launching a series of events bringing together business leaders from UK, international & African companies to tackle the global learning crisis. 3/
Alongside @GPforEducation @AliceAlbright, I hosted a business dialogue today with Ministers from around the 🌍 and key UK & international companies.

We discussed ways to reduce the barriers that keep girls from school & stop them learning. 4/
This comes ahead of the 🇬🇧🇰🇪 Global Education Summit next year, where businesses, world leaders & charities will raise funds to educate children & build back better from #COVID19.

Together, we can get more girls learning to unlock prosperity and opportunity #RaiseYourHand 5/5
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