Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
UNESCO and CJ Group have renewed their partnership to promote girls' education and gender equality worldwide. Their joint initiatives have helped transform harmful social norms and empower girls and young women to pursue education confidently.
The partnership has achieved notable results in Guatemala, Nepal, and Viet Nam by increasing access to literacy, vocational training, life skills development, and safer learning environments. It has also enhanced economic opportunities for girls and young women.
In Viet Nam, the collaboration supported the Ministry of Education and Training by providing gender equality training to over 2,000 teachers and school administrators. More than 10,000 students benefited from guidance, counseling, and career orientation programs.
In addition to financial support, CJ Group leverages cultural and media platforms such as KCON and the MAMA Awards to engage youth and raise global awareness of UNESCO's educational and gender equality goals. This ongoing partnership reflects a shared commitment to inclusive societies and youth empowerment.