Rural Education Support Trust. Bridging Evidence with Action for Ghana's Future

In rural Ghana, the potential of thousands of children is limited by systemic barriers. At REST, we don't just document these challenges—we use research to solve them and advocate for the policies that will dismantle them for good.

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About Us

Rural Education Support Trust (REST) is a research-driven advocacy organization advancing equitable education in Ghana’s rural communities by generating evidence, influencing policy, and supporting community-led solutions for sustainable change.

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Our Impact

We measure impact through evidence, policy influence, and community outcomes. Our work helps turn research into lasting improvements for rural education systems.

Communities Engaged in Policy Design

We convene community leaders and education officials to jointly design local education plans grounded in rural realities and research evidence.

Research Influence

Our studies inform national and district-level discussions, contributing evidence that strengthens policy decisions affecting rural and underserved learners.

Community Capacity

We train local advocates and educators to communicate priorities effectively, strengthening community participation in education planning and decision-making processes.

Scalable Solutions

We pilot, evaluate, and refine practical interventions, amplifying proven approaches that can be adopted across districts and regions.

Projects

Our projects translate research into action through pilots, partnerships, and community-led initiatives addressing critical challenges in rural education.

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  • Rural Learning Landscape Report
  • Policy Dialogue Series
  • Teacher Innovation Lab
  • Student Mentoring
  • Girls Hygiene

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Testimonials

Hear directly from educators, community leaders, and partners whose experiences reflect the real-world impact of our work.

Ama Mensah

Primary School Teacher, Northern Region

Working with REST has transformed how I teach. Their programs help us apply new methods that truly engage our students in the classroom.

Kofi Owusu

Community Elder, Ashanti Region

Through REST, our voices have been heard in district education planning. Policies are now reflecting the real needs of our children.

Efua Baah

Parent, Volta Region

I have seen my daughter grow more confident and motivated at school since REST started mentoring programs in our community.

Daniel Tetteh

District Education Officer, Upper East Region

The research from REST provides actionable insights we use to improve teaching and learning outcomes across rural districts

Recent Blog Posts

Insights, reflections, and evidence from our research and fieldwork, highlighting key issues and emerging solutions in rural education.

Turning Research into Real Change for Kids

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Stories from Teachers Making a Difference

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Bringing Learning to Life in Rural Ghana

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Contact

We welcome inquiries from educators, community leaders, policymakers, researchers, and partners interested in advancing rural education in Ghana. Whether you would like to collaborate, learn more about our work, or share insights from your community, we would be glad to hear from you!

Address

P. O. Box 511, Sunyani. Bono Region, Ghana

Call Us

+233 24 662 0870

Email Us

info@restghana.org

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