1 Million Teachers Inc., a Canada based social enterprise that provides access to high quality teacher education to severely underserved communities around the world, has appointed His Highness, Muhammad Sanusi II, Emir of Kano as Chairman of its Advisory Board in Nigeria; as well as, a Board Member of its parent organization, 1 Million Teachers Canada.
Announcing the appointment, Chief Executive Officer, 1 Million Teachers, Hakeem Subair said, “We are indeed very excited about this great development. It is a morale booster for the team. 1 Million Teachers regularly seeks strong voices, to help us amplify our advocacy for access to equitable and inclusive education for all – especially women and girls, and to provide counsel to our team.
“It is therefore with great pleasure that we welcome His Highness, Muhammad Sanusi II, CON, Emir of Kano, as Chairman, Advisory Board of 1 Million Teachers. By accepting this role, in addition to his recent appointment as a Sustainable Development Goals Advocate by the United Nations, His Highness, Muhammad Sanusi II, CON, Emir of Kano, has further deepened his commitment to the fight for a just society, and we are thrilled to have him on board.”
In his response to the appointment, His Highness, Muhammad Sanusi II, CON, Emir of Kano, said, “I look forward to working with 1 Million Teachers in its laudable efforts at providing access to high quality teacher education to underserved communities around the world, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa. I am indeed excited about the project and its future impact on the education sector in Nigeria.”
1 Million Teachers (1MT) is a Canada based social enterprise that provides access to high quality teacher education to severely underserved communities around the world, particularly Sub-Saharan Africa.
Currently operating in 12 African countries, 1MT works with local and international partners to build a critical mass of dedicated educators who inspire and work with their colleagues to enhance students’ learning outcomes.
Photo: Emir of Kano, His Highness, Muhammadu Sanusi II.
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