Highlights from our 15 Years celebration!

This event, hosted by Amanda Martin MP, is to celebrate 15 Years of The Steve Sinnott Foundation, supporting access to Education for All. The Steve Sinnott Foundation works with teachers and educators to deliver projects that progress the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 4 - to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education while promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all. We are proud to have worked towards making this goal a reality and continue to do so in honouring Steve Sinnott’s legacy. 


Here are some highlights from the speakers on the day!


"On behalf of Education International we wish to bring solidarity, greetings, appreciation and congratulations to the Steve Sinnott Foundation as it approaches this important milestone. I personally remember Steve from our time connecting US and English teachers around fundamental rights, specifically the Magna Carta and the Civil Rights movement. He was and remains an inspiration and beacon in the global teacher union movement. And as we look around us at this moment in time we know he was right, "there are those who are hopeful supporters and activists for justice, human rights and equality; and there is the rest." Education International is proud to be a partner with the Steve Sinnott Foundation and thanks you all for the work you do towards achieving our collective aims. Congratulations to Ann and the team. And lastly, the hugest of hugs to Mary who continues to inspire us all by directing all the energy and promise of Steve's legacy in such important ways for the world's students and teachers. Thank you" - DAVID EDWARDS, PH.D GENERAL SECRETARY OF EDUCATION INTERNATIONAL


"Today is a combination of a celebration & a thank you to all that have been involved. A small but very successful Foundation, something tangible, something beneficial something long lived. A real commitment to education recognising it as a human right. We will continue to support towards SDG4 emphasising on Girls and Women globally" - JERRY GLAZIER, CHAIR OF TRUSTEES FOR THE STEVE SINNOTT FOUNDATION


A Foundation close to my heart, making a real sustainable difference through their projects. I am very happy to be working together with the Foundation towards the achievement of the SDGs. As Steve said "Working together - winning together. - AMANDA MARTIN MP FOR PORTSMOUTH NORTH


"I think the creative projects The Foundation has enables young people and older to imagine an alternative future and how important it is. We have to keep hope, we have to remember our shared humanity." - PROFESSOR AUDREY OLSTER - PATRON


"We absolutely congratulate you for 15 years of operation, born out of the sadness of Steve's death. The Foundation has accomplished great things in pursuing a goal close to Steve's heart - the achievement of every child's right to a quality education wherever they live in the world." - DANIEL KEBEDE - GENERAL SECRETARY (NEU)


"Through our 2021 partnership with The Steve Sinnott Foundation, the Cima Community School now has a Learning Resource Centre with a library and a computer lab. The lab does not benefit our students alone as it is accessible to other students throughout Haiti. These students can connect at weekends and link together to learn English - all because of you! We have also been able to distribute the Positive Periods project to reach more than 15,000 girls and women."  - GABRIELLE AUREL - HAITI


"We have built a great partnership with the Steve Sinnott Foundation and the projects have made a real difference in The Gambia for both students and educators. There is still much work to do." - MARIE ANTONETTE - THE GAMBIA


"Thank you to everyone who has supported us over the past 15 years and come together to celebrate this year. Please remember to tell 3 people about our work!" - ANN BEATTY - CEO

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Steve Sinnott • February 5, 2025

UNESCO UK ASPnet celebrates young people planting seeds of hope around the world

By Ann Beatty • October 8, 2026
The 2026 UNESCO UK ASPnet Seeds of Hope Competition Online Awards Ceremony took place on 30 September 2026 and was attended by over 70 participants, including young people, teachers, the Competition Judges and UNESCO Commission representatives. The ethos of the Competition was ‘ to recognise, value and celebrate the efforts of all young people who entered the Competition, and their contribution towards helping UNESCO realise many of its key objectives, especially with regard to sustainability and climate challenges’. 2026 is the second year that UNESCO UK has undertaken the Seeds of Hope for a Better Future Competition. The Competition featured 50 projects, involving 13 countries across six continents, and representing 67 educational institutions from all sectors (early years, primary, secondary and tertiary). Significantly, this was more than double the participation in the 2025 Competition, with thousands of young people taking part in, or being impacted . Eight winners from Brazil, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria and Slovenia received Gold Certificates and shared the £5000 prize pot. Seven Kenyan Teacher Training College projects were also collectively recognised for projects that strongly support the sustainability and climate change objectives of UNESCO through ongoing work of local, regional, national and international importance, and received the 2026 UNESCO UK ASPnet Seeds of Hope Legacy Award . 

UNESCO ASPnet UK schools on the theme of peace was presented to Pope Leo XIV at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris

By Ann Beatty • September 25, 2026
A moment to be proud of and a reminder of why young people’s voices matter. Today, artwork created by students from UNESCO ASPnet UK schools on the theme of peace was presented to Pope Leo XIV at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, alongside artwork from young people in other countries. What an amazing opportunity for our students to have their creativity, ideas and hopes represented on an international stage. For me, this is what UNESCO ASPnet is about: creating opportunities for young people to connect across cultures, express themselves creatively, learn from one another and imagine a better future together. The power of young people’s creativity: their voices being part of an international conversation about education, peace, culture and our shared future. UNESCO’s programme for Pope Leo XIV’s visit specifically focused on education, artistic creation, AI, information integrity and peace. The work was part of a mural that brings together 80 original creations marking UNESCO’s 80th anniversary, produced as part of the "International Youth for Peace" competition organized by France TV and UNESCO.

Change Starts with a Will: Leave a Legacy That Helps Transform Education

September 7, 2026
Most of us want to leave the world a little better than we found it. Whether that's through the people we love, the values we pass on, or the causes we care about, we all hope our legacy will make a difference. One of the simplest ways to do that is by writing a will. This autumn, we are proud to be taking part in the Change Starts with a Will campaign, allowing our supporters to write or update their will free of charge through our trusted partner, Octopus Legacy. Why writing a will matters Writing a will isn't just about deciding who inherits your possessions. It's about making sure your wishes are respected and providing peace of mind for the people you care about. Having a will means you can: Protect the people you love. Make important decisions about your estate. Reduce uncertainty for your family. Leave a lasting gift to a cause that reflects your values. Many people put off writing a will, believing it's something to think about later in life. In reality, it's one of the most important documents you'll ever create. A legacy that supports education Steve Sinnott dedicated his life to championing education as a fundamental human right. His belief was simple but powerful: every child deserves the opportunity to learn, and every teacher deserves the support they need to inspire future generations. Today, we continue that mission by working with partners across the world to improve access to quality education, strengthen teaching and support communities where education can change lives. When you choose to leave a gift in your will to The Steve Sinnott Foundation, you're helping ensure that this work can continue for years to come. After taking care of family and friends, even a small gift could help provide learning opportunities, strengthen education systems and create brighter futures for generations to come. A gift that lasts beyond a lifetime Legacy gifts play an important role in helping charities plan for the future. Your support could help us continue investing in sustainable education projects, supporting teachers and ensuring more children have access to the education they deserve. It's a powerful way to ensure your values live on long into the future. Write your will for free As part of our Autumn 2026 campaign, we're offering supporters the opportunity to write or update their will free of charge through Octopus Legacy. There is no obligation to leave a gift to The Steve Sinnott Foundation, but we hope you'll consider remembering us after you've taken care of those closest to you. Together, we can continue Steve Sinnott's vision of a world where education changes lives. Find out more If you've been thinking about writing your will, there's never been a better time. Our free will service is available until 31 October 2026 , making it easy to protect the people you love while considering the lasting impact your legacy could have on education worldwide.  https://octopuslegacy.com/online-will?channel=partner Change starts with a will. And together, we can help create a future where education is accessible to everyone.