Australia

Pledge for 2026-2030 replenishment

AUD125,000,000

Total contributions to GPE

US$589,347,957

Australia and GPE

Australia is a long-standing partner of GPE, having joined the partnership in 2008. To date, Australia has contributed US$589 million, making it the 8^th largest donor to the GPE Fund.

In 2026, Australia pledged AUD125 million, covering the period 2026-2030, with a strong focus on the Indo-Pacific region, climate change and girls’ education.

Australia is an active partner at country level through participating in local education groups and acting as coordinating agency in several countries, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region.

Australia views the support of a strong education foundation in partner countries as a critical enabler for the delivery of its International Development Policy. This policy aims to build resilience in the Indo-Pacific region and articulates a strong focus on climate and gender equality.

Education has the power to transform lives. In uncertain times, and in a region facing pressure, education matters more than ever. That's why Australia is proud to support the Global Partnership for Education over the next five years.

The Hon. Dr. Anne Aly
Minister for International Development, Australia
September 2026