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Herzing-Daya Research & Learning Hub
Location
University of Chitral
Since
2026
Children
52,000
Focus
Research
Herzing-Daya Research & Learning Hub
About the Project
The Herzing–Daya Research & Learning Hub is one of Pakistan's first Early Childhood Development (ECD) research hubs located in a remote mountain region. Hosted at the University of Chitral and led by the Worldwide Education Foundation (WEF), USA, the Hub is dedicated to producing locally grounded evidence that strengthens ECD practice, informs policy, and improves outcomes for young children in underserved communities.
The Need
Why Chitral?
- Home to 52,000 children ages 3–5
- More than 40,000 primary school students
- Unique mountain communities often overlooked in education research
Our Work
What We Do
- Conduct research on early childhood development and school readiness
- Strengthen ECD and primary education practices
- Build research capacity through academic partnerships
- Generate evidence to inform education policy and investment
Who We Serve
Who Benefits?
- Young children and families
- ECD educators and primary school teachers
- Researchers and university students
- Policymakers and education stakeholders
Our Impact
Expected Impact
- Stronger early childhood education systems
- Smoother transition from ECD to primary school
- Evidence-based, scalable rural ECD models
- Research that informs policy and practice across Pakistan
Moments from the Field
Life at Herzing-Daya Research & Learning Hub
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