/ Table of contents Executive Summary 5 Introduction 6 Setting out the Problem: Education is a right for all children 7 Case Study – Malaysia Case Study – Pakistan Obstacles along the educational journey Enrolling in primary school Completing primary school and entering secondary school Progressing beyond secondary education Participating in extracurricular activities Towards Solutions: Promising Approaches Childhood Statelessness and Awareness Month: Lessons Learned Consultation and collaboration are essential pillars for effective action Nationality and statelessness are not “too complex” to engage with children Nationality and statelessness are not “too sensitive” to discuss with states Alternative education projects are critical for stateless children, but need more support Addressing the needs of stateless children is key if we truly want to leave no child behind 7 8 9 9 9 11 11 12 14 14 15 16 16 16 Conclusion 17 Recommendations and Call to Action 18 3