Partnership for Change

Partnership for Change is a Norwegian organisation that supports aspiring countries to develop a thriving Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) sector (colloquially referred to as 'childcare'). We do so by establishing quality assurance systems, educate professionals, establish model childcare centres, and finance companies in the value-chain delivering goods and services to the ECCE sector. Extensive research shows that Early Childhood Care and Education is not simply a privilege, but a prerequisite for inclusive development. 94% of persons missing out on paid work due to unpaid care responsibilities are women. ECCE therefore delivers a 'Triple Win' to inclusive development: 1) Enhancing gender equality because mothers can work; 2) Reduces socio-economic inequality as it boosts children's cognitive and socio-emotional development at the most critical time, leading to better educational and professional outcomes later in life; and 3) Boosts economic growth through job creation, enhanced productivity, increased taxation, and a larger pipeline of talent. Despite this, Early Childhood Care and Education has yet to become an element in mainstream international development: Partnership for Change strives to change this through advocacy and project implementation.