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<p>The UK is committed to standing up for the right of every girl to access 12 years
of quality education. Girls' education matters because it is one of the greatest tools
for addressing discrimination against women and girls. It initiates a virtuous circle,
giving women and girls a greater voice to advocate for changes in their own lives
and the lives of others. Between 2015 and 2019 the UK supported 14.3 million children
to gain a decent education, of which at least 5.8 million were girls.</p><p>Through
its programmes, the FCDO works with whole communities, including boys and men, to
change their attitudes and behaviours towards girls and women. However, gender bias
and discrimination is widespread within and across education systems, from teacher
recruitment and training to curriculum and material development, to gender-based violence
in and around schools. FCDO staff ensure that the teaching and learning materials
we fund are inclusive and reflect gender equality. Staff do this by working closely
with experts to develop gender-friendly materials with strong role models, ensuring
that text and visuals are independently quality assured and vetted, supporting inclusive
and learner-focused teaching methods and funding student clubs that facilitate discussions
around gender equality.</p>
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