For millions of girls in East Africa, getting their period can mean dropping out of school entirely.
Cecily MauranMarch 10, 2018
This startup's platform is tackling the literacy problem in Brazil by fostering reading comprehension and engagement among elementary school students.
Cecily MauranJanuary 4, 2017
This entrepreneur immediately saw the potential of the iPad's size to help those with learning disabilities. So, she created an app that could help millions.
Cecily MauranDecember 28, 2016
While some educational tech companies try to directly engage with learners, Guru-G, a gamified teaching app, focuses on empowering the teacher instead.
Cecily MauranDecember 8, 2016
In search of better opportunities, many Mexican artisans have left their homes behind, diminishing traditional craftsmanship. This startup is changing that.
Cecily MauranNovember 25, 2016
Thought leaders from startup, social science, and design sectors share thoughts on what a future of automation and artificial intelligence means for us.
Cecily MauranNovember 22, 2016
Every child learns to read at a different level. Yet some kids slip through the cracks of today’s standardized education system. Lightsail is a digital library platform that helps kids get on the right reading level and learn to love reading.
Cecily MauranNovember 17, 2016
Micronutrient deficiency is a debilitating issue in East Africa, especially for children who are too hungry to go to school or concentrate in class. Edom is a fortified flour with vital micronutrients that ensures that children are healthy and thrive academically.
Cecily MauranNovember 7, 2016
Frustrated by the quality of education in Mexico, this startup is inspiring a new generation of innovators and leaders by bringing fab labs to high schools.
Cecily MauranOctober 31, 2016
With over 110 actively spoken languages, India is home to one of the largest language gaps in the world. Karadi Path aims to narrow that gap by revolutionizing the way that children learn language.
Cecily MauranOctober 24, 2016
At Project Literacy Lab, we had a chance to catch up with Thomas Debass. As…
Cecily MauranAugust 9, 2016
Sales can be the ultimate opportunity to invest in relationships and grow your network—even if you don’t end up selling anything at all.
Cecily MauranJuly 8, 2016