Global Equality Collective Listed on Education Endowment Foundation Data Collection Panel

The Global Equality Collective (GEC) has been listed on the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) Data Collection Panel, recognising its expertise in survey, qualitative and mixed-methods data collection within education.

The EEF Data Collection Panel brings together organisations that support high-quality educational research through robust and evidence-informed approaches to gathering data.

The inclusion of the GEC reflects the organisation's growing reputation as a leader in inclusion intelligence, belonging research and educational data innovation.

Founded by Dr Nicole Ponsford, the GEC has developed the Kaleidoscopic Data framework, combining quantitative and qualitative evidence to help schools better understand the lived experiences of students, staff and families.

Through its research and award-winning GEC Platform, the organisation has now gathered more than 35,000 voices across over 400 schools and organisations in more than 30 countries, generating over 1.8 million data points relating to inclusion, belonging and wellbeing.

Dr Nicole Ponsford, Founder and CEO of the Global Equality Collective, said:

"Traditional educational data can tell us what is happening, but it rarely explains why. Kaleidoscopic Data helps educational leaders understand the experiences behind the numbers, ensuring that decisions are informed not only by outcomes, but by the voices of the people they serve. We are delighted that this approach has been recognised through inclusion on the EEF Data Collection Panel."

The recognition follows a period of significant growth for the GEC, which works with schools, trusts, local authorities and international organisations to strengthen inclusion through ethical, evidence-informed practice.

The organisation's latest Inclusion Index draws on more than 35,000 student, staff and parent/carer voices, providing one of the largest inclusion datasets currently available within education.

For more information on the Data Panel visit https://educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/projects-and-evaluation/evaluation/process-and-people/eef-data-collection-panel and for more about the GEC please visit www.thegec.education.