EdTech Hub Helpdesk

We assist EdTech decision-makers by connecting them and supporting them to better utilise local knowledge on education technology, the latest global insights, and just-in-time support.

166+ million learners reached globally

Growing impact with every Helpdesk request

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What is the EdTech Hub Helpdesk?

EdTech Hub’s Helpdesk offers just-in-time, tailored support to those working with ministries of education and decision makers in low- and middle-income countries.

Across EdTech Hub’s thematic areas, our team and specialist network collaborate with advisers to address specific EdTech needs through an iterative process.

We work wherever you are. So far, we’ve supported projects in more than 60 countries. Our on-call specialist network of global experts ensures we can quickly connect you with someone familiar with your context.

Currently, our Helpdesk is available only to our funders and partners, but we offer many open resources for your EdTech needs.

Find evidence for your EdTech needs

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Expert offerings from the Helpdesk

The Helpdesk offers a range of services tailored to each request. We generally provide support in EdTech Hub’s thematic areas. However, through our Specialist Network, we have access to experts in a wide array of specialised areas, including climate and education, education in emergencies, and more. 

Our experts provide many types of support, including expert consultations, document reviews, topic briefs, workshop facilitation and events, and development of curated lists and resources tailored to the particular needs of a request.

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“Having EdTech experts from the countries we are actually working in, that has been a huge advantage of the Helpdesk – it’s been a great conscious shift. The combination of having a a global expert combined with being there, in the country, with the local expertise, is very powerful.”

Helpdesk user, UNICEF

Ways the Helpdesk can support you

While our Helpdesk services are currently available exclusively to our funders and partners, we welcome discussions with others to explore potential collaboration. Additionally, we provide a wealth of open-source resources in our Evidence Library for everyone. See ways we can support you below.

For funders and partners

If you are an approved funder or partner (FCDO, World Bank, UNICEF), you can access tailored support and expert advice directly from our Helpdesk team. For more details on the help you can receive and to submit a request, please visit our dedicated page.

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Looking for our support?

If you are not yet a funder or partner, we are still happy to have a conversation with you to explore potential collaboration and see how we might be able to help.

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Open resources for everyone

We also offer a wealth of open-source resources in our Evidence Library for your EdTech needs. These resources are from our Helpdesk, Innovation, Research, and Country-Engagement teams.

Find evidence for your EdTech needs

“The Helpdesk function provided critical support that was not only highly regarded by FCDO but also by governments, it is impartial and evidence based.”

Helpdesk user, FCDO Education Advisor 

Meet our team of experts

Sangay Thinley


Jessica Lowden

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Arjun Upadhyay

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Sharanya Ramesh Vasudevan

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Rebekka Flam

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Tomi Oyedele

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Proud to collaborate on requests with global organisations

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