The Public Education Foundation is involved in public education advocacy and contributes to discussions on education policy issues. Our role is to promote Australia’s high quality public education system as an essential part of an equitable and socially cohesive society.
“Research overwhelmingly shows that disadvantage is not only the significant factor in student performance but also in a country’s international education rankings. It’s only through equity in education that we can excel as a nation.”
David Hetherington, Public Education Foundation Executive Director
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Schmidt Futures and Rhodes Trust Announce First Cohort of “Rise” Global Winners, in Partnership with Public Education Foundation
These One Hundred 15 - 17 Year Olds Represent “Hidden Brilliance” Working in Service of Others Hailing from 42 Countries, Winners Receive Access to a Lifetime of Benefits Including Scholarships, Mentorship, Career Development Opportunities, and [...]
