A new literacy paper launched at the Education Evidence for Action (EE4A) Conference in Embu, Kenya, urges Kenya and global leaders to prioritize translating education research into policy to combat learning poverty. The paper emphasizes the critical need for foundational literacy to prevent millions of children from being denied future learning opportunities.

• The paper was produced by the What Works Hub for Global Education (WWHGE) in partnership with the Global Education Evidence Advisory Panel (GEEAP) and the British Council.
• Recommended strategies include structured pedagogy, teacher training, and targeted interventions.
• The British Council showcased its Learning and Life for Global Education (LL4GE) initiative, integrating literacy, language, and life skills.