The Research Triangle Institute (RTI) has been awarded a contract from the Agency for International Development (USAID) worth $7,706,208 USD for a project in Cambodia. The project, titled Inclusive Primary Education Activity (IPEA), aims to improve early grade learning skills of both children with and without disabilities in all primary schools in Cambodia. The activity is designed to build on the success of the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports (MOEYS) ownership and desired scale-up of the early grade reading program.

RTI is a research and development organization that works in the fields of education, health, economic development and civil society. With offices in the United States and overseas, RTI has the knowledge and experience necessary for successful implementation of the project.

USAID is an independent government agency that works to end extreme global poverty and promote resilient, democratic societies. USAID works to provide economic development and humanitarian assistance in more than 100 countries around the world.

The project will take place in Cambodia, a Southeast Asian country located in the Indochina region. Cambodia has a population of over 16 million people and is known for its rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes and vibrant capital city of Phnom Penh.

Through this project, the Research Triangle Institute and USAID will work together to improve the early grade learning skills of children in Cambodia, with and without disabilities, to ensure they receive the education they need to achieve their full potential.