Decoding ‘Education Policy’

Education policy refers to the underlying framework and discourse that shapes education at all levels. It encompasses the principles, laws, and regulations that govern the education system, influencing every aspect of learning. This complex field is shaped by various stakeholders, including governments, educators, parents, and students.

Effective education policy plays a vital role in promoting educational outcomes, equity, and economic growth. By setting clear standards and expectations, it drives improvements in educational attainment and addresses systemic inequalities. It also promotes diversity and inclusion, contributing to a more skilled and educated workforce that benefits society as a whole.

Multi-tiered scope of Education Policy

To truly appreciate and understand the scope of Education Policy, it is imperative to understand the multiple levels at which different instruments impact it. As a fundamental aspect of human development and modern societies, instruments influencing education policy exist across different tiers, namely (i) Global, (ii) National, and (iii) State.

About the Public Policy vertical

The Public Policy Vertical at Mantra4Change is a dedicated initiative focused on driving informed decision-making in education policy. We aim to leverage research, data, and insights to promote evidence-based reforms in the education sector. Our work will involve generating extensive thought leadership on education-related laws and policies, participating in pre-legislative consultative processes, advocating for policy reforms, stakeholder mapping and thereafter conducting workshops to facilitate stakeholder consultations. By doing so, we hope to create a meaningful impact and drive positive change in the education space.

Education policy is a critical area that requires informed decision-making to ensure that it benefits students, educators, and the broader community. The complexity of education policy issues demands a thoughtful and evidence-based approach, which is why our vertical is dedicated to providing actionable insights and analysis to inform policy decisions. By working in this space, we aim to contribute to the development of effective policies that support the growth and development of the education sector.

Want to help build India’s education policy?

If you are interested and would like to support our work, we are currently recruiting interns for the Public Policy vertical.
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If you are an organisation that is also working in the education policy space and would like to explore some collaborative projects, please feel free to write to Abhishek Jain (Head, Public Policy at Mantra4Change) at abhishek@mantra4change.com