Founded in 2013 by experienced school leaders and education reformers, One World is a global education nonprofit committed to developing the next generation of instructional leaders.
Vision
We envision a world where all children have choices in life built upon the foundation of a strong school.
Mission
Our mission is to improve student learning in under-resourced communities around the world by developing the next generation of school leaders.
Values
Education is our passion. As teachers, principals, and organizational leaders, we love this work because we have seen the difference it can make in the lives of children – and the educators in their lives. At our core, we share a set of values that inspire our thinking, guide our actions, and drive our mission.
Excellence
We start with great
Good can always be better, and better can always improve. Excellence is a goal that’s in perpetual motion, and in our minds has no finish line. We set the bar high for our work because it keeps us accountable to deliver the tangible results that our partners, school communities, and students deserve.
Humility
Learning is lifelong
We bring curious minds to all that we do. By engaging with humility, we prioritize diversity and equity in our questions and answers, and we listen with compassion as we seek to understand the cultural nuances of key issues. Our success is our partner’s success.
Candor
The power of honesty
We believe in telling the kind truth – of encouraging open, respectful discourse. Transparent communication, even when difficult, allows us to gain insight into different perspectives, generate new ideas, and build trust. From authentic engagement comes long-term, caring relationships that generate lasting impact.
Zest
Energy is everything
While our work is serious, we take our fun just as seriously. Humor and levity balance long days across multiple time zones. The joy that comes from personal connections – from building relationships that matter – helps connect us to our partners and gives us the energy to work hard, play hard.
Reliability
Count on us
Doing what’s right guides us every day. Showing up, taking responsibility, following through, and acting with integrity are core to who we are. We believe in accountability – as individuals, as a team, and with our partners. Helping others is what we do, being dependable is how we do it.
Collaboration
Together is better
We work together. Collaboration is essential to our mission, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. Shoulder to shoulder, day in and day out, we join our partners on their journey. Co-creating solutions and helping with implementation makes our partnerships rich and rewarding, and it helps ensure we reach our goals.
Perseverance
Can’t stop, won’t stop
Persistence wins. We have experienced time and again that even in complex circumstances – where success seemed implausible – a relentless drive for real change is what created impact. Grit and endurance ensure we don’t stop until all options are explored, no matter how challenging the circumstances. It’s our belief in what’s possible that keeps us energized.