From Crisis to Classroom: A Global Blueprint for Teacher Retention

In response to the pressing educational challenges highlighted by the 2022 UN General Assembly, HP and Bett embarked on a collaborative initiative to address these issues head-on. Launching a series of Senior Leadership Roundtables across the globe, we convened a broad and diverse group of stakeholders. Our goal wasn't just to pinpoint solutions, but to commit to implementing them.

With a projected gap of 44 million teachers worldwide by 2030, retaining quality educators and ensuring equitable education has remained at the forefront of our roundtable discussions and was our title topic in 2024. This roundtable notably incorporated input from students and educators, enriching the dialogue with firsthand perspectives. Recognising that the challenges faced by teachers extend far beyond the classroom, the discussions underscored the pivotal role technology can play in either exacerbating or ameliorating their experiences. Getting it right will be pivotal in stemming the loss of teachers everywhere.

Bett and HP remain steadfast in their commitment to convening leaders from across the education ecosystem to drive solutions, informed by and in collaboration with those who are impacted most - teachers and students.  

“Addressing this crisis demands urgent and concerted action, including investment in teacher training, recruitment strategies and policies to improve retention and equitable distribution of educators. The future prosperity of nations hinges on our ability to bridge this gap and ensure every child has access to the transformative power of quality education.”- Charles Radman, Global Head of Education, HP