


Think Piece
Politics and Education Policy by Dr. Sonam Chuki
How have politics shaped the delivery of education in Bhutan? What policies are needed to help youth receive quality education? And what role can educated citizens have to inform politics within the education system?
Programs

Reading Program
Helping to build the capacity of Bhutanese students and teachers through 4-week classroom placements. Seeking volunteer teachers in 2020.

Online Learning Initative
Supporting the development of an online learning initiative in Bhutan to help leverage ICT for education, in partnership with the MoE and REC

Partnership Building
Bringing together like-minded organizations in Canada and Bhutan to work together for mutual benefit, particularly in education, while strengthening capacity in Bhutan.
School Talk with Principal Chhogyel
We had the opportunity to interview Principal Chhogyel from Haa to discuss Gross National Happiness in Bhutanese schools. Hear Principal Chhogyel speak about the ‘Educating for Gross National Happiness’ initiative and the value of wellbeing and happiness.
Resource Hub
The Ministry of Education has released iSherig-2, 2019-2023. This is a master plan to lay the foundation and create an enabling environment for information, communication, and technology (ICT) initiatives in education. Read how this second iteration focuses on capacity building, content development, systems and infrastructure building, as well as the new initiatives for special education needs and non-formal education.
From Our Blog

Building back better: celebrating International Development Week
Photo credit: Ontario Council for International Development's Tapestry 2030 initiative, illustrated by Amanda Schutz. February 7 – 13, 2021 marks the 31st International Development Week, a time where we highlight and reflect upon Canada’s commitment to sustainable development around
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Tshechus and holidays for resiliency: stories on Ap Gyeltshen and Pelri Pema Choling Monastery
Above photo credit: Sonam Phuntsho. Holidays represent the cultural and spiritual fabric of Bhutan, bringing together a colourful array of family, friends, music, dance, and food. Public holidays, like National Day celebrated December 17, are observed throughout Bhutan, while tshechus,
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