TY - BOOK ED - ECLAC TI - Social panorama of Latin America and the Caribbean: transforming education as a basis for sustainable development SN - 9789211220964 PY - 2022/// CY - Santiago PB - ECLAC KW - Education KW - Childhood and Adolescence KW - Covid-19 KW - Employment KW - Public Policies KW - Social Protection KW - Social Rights KW - Social strategies and Mobility N2 - This document explores the crucial role of education in driving sustainable development in Latin America and the Caribbean, a region marked by diversity and significant challenges. It highlights how education can empower individuals and foster collective efforts toward the sustainable development goals (SDG's). The document examines key issues such as equitable access to quality education, integrating sustainability into curricula, and promoting lifelong learning. It also showcases successful case studies that foster social inclusion, environmental awareness, and economic opportunity. Advocating for a holistic approach to education reform, the document calls for multi-sectoral collaboration, investment in human capital, and culturally relevant education to reduce inequality and promote social cohesion and environment sustainability UR - https://www.cepal.org/en/publications/48911-social-panorama-latin-america-and-caribbean-2022-executive-summary-accessible ER -