This study critically examines the evolution of Global Tassels, a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing poverty through access to education and leadership development. Over the past decade, Global Tassels has worked across several countries, aiming to align its mission with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 4: Quality Education. This research investigates how the organization’s strategies and impact have developed within the broader framework of global poverty reduction initiatives. The study is structured in three key segments. The first segment provides a contextual analysis of the SDG ecosystem, tracing its inception in 2015 and its global influence. Through a SWOT analysis, the study explores how organizations—including grassroots movements, NGOs, and governmental bodies—have responded to the SDGs, highlighting the challenges and opportunities encountered when aligning missions with global development agendas. The second segment presents case studies of Global Tassels' work in Kenya, Haiti, and the Philippines. These countries were selected for their unique socio-economic conditions and educational challenges, offering insight into how Global Tassels engages with local communities. The analysis includes interviews with educators, community leaders, and program participants to evaluate the relevance and effectiveness of its model. The final segment evaluates the organization's overall impact and strategic evolution. It addresses the core research question: how has Global Tassels contributed to poverty reduction through the SDG framework? By assessing outcomes in education and leadership, and comparing similar initiatives globally, the study offers a nuanced understanding of the role nonprofits play in advancing sustainable development.

Authors:
Elvin T. Ramos, Prescott College, United States

About the Presenter(s)
Dr. Ramos is the founder of Global Tassels (globaltassels.org) & the Dean of Social Sciences and Humanities at De Anza College in California. His research interests are focused on international development, the UN Global Goals, and poverty studies.

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