The challenge, they added, lies not in securing a large research grant designed for a 4-year institution, but finding resources to support English language learners or adult vocational education.

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However, progress towards the other goals has been much slower, notably early childhood care and education, youth and adult learning, vocational education and training, gender equality and literacy, as well as the quality of education.

UNESCO: Education Ministers commit to achieve Education for All

This event comes as one of the many ways UNESCO seeks to promote the importance of Literacy and recognizing those who work hard to spread literacy and attract adult learners to the 172 community development centers that also provide adult education program, focusing on literacy and vocational training.

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