Deadline: 19-Jun-2026
UNICEF invites civil society organizations, universities, NGOs, and research institutions to support education-focused projects in Argentina aimed at improving equitable, inclusive, and quality learning outcomes. The initiative focuses on reducing educational inequalities, strengthening foundational skills, improving secondary education completion, and advancing digital transformation in education. It is part of UNICEF’s 2026–2030 cooperation programme with Argentina.
Overview of the Programme
The initiative is launched by the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund in Argentina to strengthen education systems and reduce learning inequalities.
It supports projects that improve:
- Access to quality education for all children and adolescents
- Learning outcomes in language and mathematics
- Retention and completion of secondary education
- Teacher training and professional development
- Digital transformation of education systems
- Inclusive and equitable education policies
The programme is aligned with UNICEF’s 2026–2030 Cooperation Framework in Argentina.
Key Focus Areas
Early Childhood and Foundational Learning
- Early childhood development programmes
- Strengthening foundational literacy and numeracy
- Improving early learning outcomes
Quality Education and Learning Outcomes
- Improvement in language and mathematics skills
- Evidence-based teaching practices
- Curriculum enhancement and pedagogical innovation
Equity and Inclusion
- Reducing socioeconomic and territorial inequalities
- Supporting vulnerable children and adolescents
- Promoting gender equality in education
- Ensuring inclusion of marginalized groups
Secondary Education and Retention
- Reducing dropout rates
- Improving completion of secondary education
- Supporting transitions to employment and further education
Teacher Development and Institutional Strengthening
- Teacher training and professional development
- Strengthening school leadership
- Improving education system management
Digital Transformation in Education
- Expanding access to digital learning tools
- Strengthening digital literacy among adolescents
- Reducing digital divides
- Supporting blended and remote learning models
Skills Development
- Life skills and work readiness
- Adolescent skills development programmes
- Vocational and employability skills
Monitoring, Evaluation and Policy Support
- Strengthening education data systems
- Evidence-based policy design
- Monitoring learning outcomes and programme effectiveness
Education in Emergencies
- Ensuring continuity of education during crises
- Resilient education systems
- Adaptive learning solutions
Programme Objectives
The initiative aims to:
- Reduce educational inequality across regions and social groups
- Improve foundational learning outcomes in key subjects
- Strengthen public education systems and governance
- Enhance digital and pedagogical transformation
- Increase retention and completion rates in schools
- Promote inclusive and evidence-based education policies
Expected Outcomes
- Improved learning outcomes in language and mathematics
- Higher secondary school completion rates
- Reduced dropout rates among vulnerable groups
- Stronger teacher capacity and institutional performance
- Expanded access to digital education tools
- More equitable education system in Argentina
Eligible Applicants
Organizations eligible to apply include:
- Civil society organizations (CSOs)
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
- Universities
- Research centers
- Education-focused institutions
Applicants must:
- Have experience in education or social development
- Demonstrate technical and implementation capacity
- Be able to collaborate with national and local authorities
Implementation Approach
Selected organizations will work closely with UNICEF to:
- Strengthen education systems at national, provincial, and municipal levels
- Implement contextualized and inclusive teaching strategies
- Expand access to quality and digital learning opportunities
- Support education policy development and reform
- Contribute to monitoring and evaluation systems
How the Programme Works
Step 1: Expression of interest
- Organizations submit proposals outlining education interventions
- Focus on equity, inclusion, and learning improvement
Step 2: Evaluation process
- UNICEF reviews technical capacity and relevance
- Emphasis on impact, scalability, and innovation
Step 3: Selection and partnership
- Selected partners collaborate with UNICEF Argentina
- Formal agreement for implementation established
Step 4: Project implementation
- Delivery of education programmes and interventions
- Focus on vulnerable populations and system strengthening
Step 5: Monitoring and learning
- Continuous evaluation and reporting
- Evidence-based adjustments to improve outcomes
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Weak focus on reducing educational inequality
- Lack of evidence-based methodology
- Ignoring digital transformation components
- Insufficient alignment with UNICEF priorities
- Poor monitoring and evaluation design
- Limited experience in education system strengthening
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is launching the programme
- The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund
- What is the main goal of the initiative
- To improve equitable, inclusive, and quality education in Argentina
- Focus on reducing learning inequalities and improving outcomes
- Who can apply
- NGOs
- Civil society organizations
- Universities
- Research institutions
- What are the priority areas
- Early childhood education
- Literacy and numeracy improvement
- Secondary school completion
- Teacher training
- Digital education transformation
- Education policy and system strengthening
- What is the programme timeframe
- Part of UNICEF Argentina 2026–2030 Cooperation Programme
- What is the expected impact
- Better learning outcomes
- Reduced inequality in education
- Stronger education systems
- Improved access to digital learning
Conclusion
The UNICEF Argentina education initiative is a large-scale programme focused on reducing inequalities and improving learning outcomes across the country. By strengthening education systems, enhancing digital transformation, and supporting vulnerable learners, it aims to build a more inclusive, equitable, and high-quality education system for children and adolescents in Argentina.
For more information, visit UN Partner Portal.