NAQEZ Definition of Quality Education
Quality education is delivered by well-qualified and motivated teachers and enables learners to acquire relevant skills, competencies, knowledge, values, and experiences that meet societal needs. It promotes critical thinking, creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and prepares learners for active global citizenship and meaningful employment.
A Little About NAQEZ
Driving education reform through advocacy and policy engagement
The National Action for Quality Education in Zambia (NAQEZ) is a civil society organisation advocating for quality, inclusive and equitable education across Zambia. Established in 2014 and legally registered in 2015, NAQEZ was formed by Zambians from diverse backgrounds to support Government efforts in improving education standards through informed advocacy, policy engagement, research, and community mobilisation.
With a national presence across all ten provinces, strong grassroots structures, and active engagement with media, policymakers, and development partners, NAQEZ provides a credible platform for citizens’ voices to influence education policy and practice. The organisation remains committed to promoting learner-centred, rights-based, and evidence-driven approaches that strengthen Zambia’s education system for sustainable development.
Our Strategic Focus Areas
These focus areas guide our advocacy, research, and policy engagement across Zambia. They reflect our commitment to strengthening education systems and improving outcomes for learners nationwide.
Education Advocacy
We advocate for increased public investment, policy reform, and accountability in the education sector to ensure quality learning outcomes for all learners in Zambia.
Girls’ Education
We promote access, retention, and completion of education for girls through policy engagement, community dialogue, and strategic partnerships in Zambia.
Sexuality Education
We advance the teaching of Comprehensive Sexuality Education and advocate for improved access to Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights services, particularly in rural communities.
Research & Policy
We conduct research, develop policy briefs, and participate in national technical platforms to provide evidence-based input into education reforms.
Teacher & Learner Welfare
We promote the professional welfare, protection, and motivation of teachers and learners as a foundation for delivering quality education in Zambia.
Environmental Education
We support the integration of environmental education and climate justice principles into Zambia’s education system to prepare learners for sustainable development.
Our Reach and Impact
Since its establishment, NAQEZ has built a strong national presence and a credible advocacy footprint across Zambia. Through structured engagement with communities, policymakers, media, and partners, our work continues to influence education policy, practice, and public discourse.
Nationwide presence through provincial coordination
Grassroots engagement across Zambia
Amplifying education advocacy nationwide
National and regional media engagement
Collaboration on education and SRHR programmes
Trained in capacity building in Sexuality Education
Our impact is driven by evidence-based advocacy, strategic partnerships, and sustained engagement at community and national levels.
Message from the
Executive Director, Dr. Aaron Chansa
2025 has been extraordinary in many respects. This year, NAQEZ turned 10 years. The anniversary was powerfully hosted and the event brought great memories. The ceremony also reminded all of us about the solemn duty and commitment to the campaign for quality education.
2025 provided a platform for NAQEZ to work with various national, regional, continental and global partners. We engaged; we hosted events and spoke when it mattered most. We participated and spoke at several national and international engagements. We remained true to ourselves-Trusted Champions of quality education in Zambia.
We faced serious challenges but God protected us and gave us a way out. The organization is now more resilient, intelligent and focused on influencing policies for quality education in Zambia.
Looking back into 2025, it is important for me to thank the following partners that worked with us while others supported us financially and otherwise: Global Partnership for Education[GPE], AMPLIFY CHANGE, GEAR Alliance, People in Need, Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection, The European Union ,CIVICUS, ZANEC, UNESCO, various Government ministries and departments, various CSOs, the media, teacher unions, MQHZ, CBZ, ZEIC, TPZ, ZTF, Teachers Parliament, MORETA and members of the public.
I want to end by thanking the NAQEZ Board for the unwavering support, NAQEZ management, members and teachers of Zambia for the massive support to NAQEZ in 2025.This support was the major driving force for the work we did. Thank you all and God may bless the Republic of Zambia.
Media & News
NAQEZ actively engages the media and the public to promote informed discussion on education policy, quality learning, and social development. Through news updates, media appearances, and public statements, we amplify evidence-based advocacy and keep stakeholders informed of our work across Zambia.
