Beyond Oil

Education for Growth, Inclusion and Human Flourishing in Venezuela

May 12, 2026

9am-5pm

Askwith Auditorium, Longfellow Hall

Harvard Graduate School of Education

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Reimagining Venezuela’s future through education-driven growth

Amid Venezuela’s political and economic transition, Beyond Oil spotlights education as a pivotal lever for growth, democratic renewal, and the return of millions of migrants. Drawing on a year-long collaboration between Harvard students, alumni, and practitioners in Venezuela and the United States, the conference will present evidence-based proposals across our priority areas.

Participants will help refine concrete strategies and implementation plans to rebuild an inclusive, high-quality education system capable of supporting a more prosperous and democratic Venezuela.

Organized in collaboration with the Education Lab for Latin America (ELLA) at the Harvard Graduate School of Education

Key Priorities

  • Early Childhood Care and Education

    Rebuilding an integrated early childhood system that combines quality care, early stimulation, parenting support, and nutrition services for the most vulnerable families.

  • Learning Recovery

    Re-engaging out-of-school children and youth and accelerating foundational learning and socio-emotional recovery after years of disruption and crisis.

  • De-politization of Public Education

    Ensuring schools are politically neutral, plural spaces while strengthening the knowledge and skills needed for democratic citizenship.

  • Teacher Talent, Development and Retention

    Rebuilding and professionalizing the teaching profession so Venezuela can attract, support, and retain effective educators for national reconstruction.

  • Education Financing and Innovation

    Designing financing and governance frameworks that use scarce resources efficiently and transparently while fostering innovation and strategic partnerships.

  • Nutrition, health and Well-Being of Educators and Students

    Guaranteeing dignified conditions for teaching and learning by addressing the nutritional, health, and psychosocial needs of students and educators.