Primary education starts around age 5 and is completed around age 11. It's important because it's primary education that focuses on basic reading, writing, and math skills.

There has been a dramatic increase in literacy rates worldwide in the past 30 years. North Africa and the Middle East have significantly increased literacy rates in just one generation.

Education means opportunity, however, many students face barriers to attending college, vocational school, and technical schools, like lack of college readiness, lack of familial support, and financial instability.

A modern world requires a modern workforce. Relevant job training is critical to keep skills up-to-date and in line with business needs.

Many countries are investing in building and upgrading educational facilities to ensure that everyone has the ability to learn.

Many economists agree that education is directly correlated with economic growth and stability.

An educated community is a united community. The more educated a country’s citizens are, the more the country will advance and progress.