The Grassroots Vanguard of Social Justice and Educational Equality
“A passionate voice for the marginalized, a relentless advocate for social justice, and a pioneer in community-led educational development. ActionAid has consistently demonstrated that true development begins by empowering the poorest of the poor. Through its grassroots campaigns, ActionAid has fought tirelessly for tax justice to fund public education, built classrooms in forgotten rural terrains, and empowered communities to hold local authorities accountable for public service delivery. For its bold advocacy, its commitment to human dignity, and its unyielding defense of the rural child’s right to a free, quality education, ActionAid is honorably inducted into the Education Hall of Fame.”