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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

Ten days ago I joined the launch of Teach For All’s Global Institute for Shaping a Better Future in Singapore — a new space for learning, leadership, and reimagining education with those closest to the work. More here: teachforall.org/global-insti... #EduSky

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Collaboration in education philanthropy is often talked about, but are we truly working together? Leonora Dowley from IEFG explores how funders can move from an egosystem to an ecosystem of shared learning and impact. Thought-provoking piece! 🔗 Read more: iefg.org/blog_from-eg...

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From Egosystem to Ecosystem: Collaboration Within Education Philanthropy - International Education Funders Group

I’ve been thinking a lot about collaboration… I joined the International Education Funders Group (IEFG) Secretariat in November 2023 with the mandate to support members in their desire to work better ...

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

Today is International Women’s Day – a reminder that investing in girls’ education is one of the smartest moves we can make. It drives economic growth, improves health, and breaks cycles of poverty. Awut Deng Acuil & Randa Grob-Zakhary explain why: www.weforum.org/stories/2025... #EduSky

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Investing in girls' education: an economic and moral imperative

Progress on gender parity in education is still distributed unequally around the world, particularly in Africa. But some promising initiatives are helping to bridge the divide.

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

Teaching quality is the key driver of learning, yet millions of children sit in schools without learning. New World Bank report shows better pedagogy, student engagement, teacher support are essential. Learning doesn’t happen without good teaching. 🔗 documents.worldbank.org/en/publicati... #edusky

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What’s at Play? Unpacking the Relationship between Teaching and Learning

Using unique nationally representative school and system survey data from 13 education systems in low and middle-income countries collected through the World Bank’s .

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

🍽️ The cost-of-living crisis is forcing families to make impossible choices. @homestartuk.bsky.social & Cadent have launched a budget-friendly recipe book with meals from Home-Start families & top chefs. A real, practical solution. Order your copy here: www.home-start.org.uk/shop/cookbook

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Home-Start cookbook - £6.00

Introducing Home-Start's first ever cookbook! In partnership with Cadent, full of tried and tested, family favourite recipes. All the meals are cost-effective and designed to be easy to make in a slow...

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

📚 The Little Girl Who Was Full of Light is a beautiful way to help children understand emotions, set boundaries & build resilience. Created by my friend & her daughter, it’s a powerful reminder to listen to children. A portion of profits supports charities. More here: hokapublishing.com #edusky

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The Little Girl who was Full of Light – – by HoKa Publishing

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 02/03/2025

🌍✨ Migration is reshaping our world, yet education remains an afterthought in crisis response. With 110M+ displaced in 2023, we must prioritise learning for stability & opportunity. My piece for Diplomatic Courier : www.diplomaticourier.com/posts/put-ed... #edusky

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Put education at center of response to migration crises

Feb 20, 2025 // Reducing involuntary migration requires we address its systemic drivers. But those solutions are long–term, in the meantime education for those in emergencies remains critically underf...

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 02/03/2025

🌍 Too many children are left behind because of language barriers. UNESCO’s new report highlights why multilingual education is key to inclusion & better learning. More investment, policy change & community engagement are needed. Read more: www.unesco.org/en/articles/... #edusky

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New UNESCO report calls for multilingual education to unlock learning and inclusion

This year marks the 25th anniversary of International Mother Language Day, celebrating a quarter-century of dedicated efforts to preserve and promote the use of mother tongues.

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

Business & philanthropy networks have huge potential to transform education—but remain critically undersupported. With USAID cuts & SDG4 off track, now is the time to invest in collaboration. More in Devex: www.devex.com/news/opinion... #edusky

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Opinion: Business and philanthropy networks are education’s missing backer

Business and philanthropy can make a real difference to education. It’s time to give them more support.

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Teacher wellbeing is a key factor in teacher retention, yet it’s often overlooked. In crisis-affected contexts, the challenges are even greater. This background paper by Christopher Henderson explores the issue in depth. Read it here: teachertaskforce.org/sites/defaul... #EduSky

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

Foreign aid is back in focus after President Trump & Secretary Rubio froze U.S. assistance. Misconceptions persist—most think it’s 25% of the budget, but it’s less than 1%. Why does this matter? Read George Ingram’s Brookings article for the facts: www.brookings.edu/articles/wha...

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What every American should know about US foreign aid

George Ingram provides explanations for popular myths surrounding U.S. foreign aid policy and its impacts.

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

Teachers are the backbone of education, yet they face low pay, heavy workloads, and limited career growth. The Global Status of Teachers 2024 report highlights urgent actions needed to support them. Investing in teachers means investing in our future. Read more: www.ei-ie.org/en/item/2941... #edusky

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The Global Status of Teachers 2024

The Global Status of Teachers report provides a global and regional analysis of the status and conditions of the teaching profession by representing the views of teacher unions worldwide.

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

As Davos ends and on International Education Day, I’ve shared thoughts on the role of young people and education in shaping collaboration for the Intelligent Age. 🌍📚 Read more in my piece for Diplomatic Courier: www.diplomaticourier.com/posts/young-... #EduSky

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Young people, education core to collaboration for the Intelligent Age

Jan 24, 2025 // Transforming education and empowering youth are essential for fostering collaboration and equity in the tech-driven Intelligent Age, writes Euan Wilmshurst.

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

The Future of Jobs Report 2025 shows 40% of skills will be outdated by 2030. Education systems must urgently transform to foster critical thinking, creativity, and agility, ensuring young people are ready for the future. Read more: www.weforum.org/reports/the-... #EduSky

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The Future of Jobs Report 2025

Learn how global trends like tech innovation and green transition will transform jobs, skills, and workforce strategies in The Future of Jobs Report 2025

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

Starting 2025 committed to curiosity 🤔, collaboration 🤝, and courage 💪. Staying open-minded, building bridges, breaking siloes, and keeping children and young people at the centre of it all. Who’s joining me? What are your commitments for 2025? Let’s make it count! 🎉✨ #EduSky #Impact #Philanthropy

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 27/12/2024

Talking to my son about grief and loss this Christmas as he’s experiencing it for the first time. We found this incredible Sesame Street clip with Elmo and Andrew Garfield helpful in starting conversations about emotions: www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVlX....

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Andrew Garfield and Elmo Explain Grief | Sesame Workshop

YouTube video by Sesame Workshop

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 19/12/2024

As 2024 ends, I’m reflecting on why education transformation is so often missing from global agendas like Climate Week or COP. Education is the foundation for progress on climate, AI, democracy, & more. Read my thoughts here: www.linkedin.com/pulse/case-e... #EduSky

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 15/12/2024

Three inspiring days at the @worldin2050.bsky.social Retreat in DC. The highlight for me was spending quality time with my Brain Trust colleagues—connecting, sharing ideas, and exploring how we can shape a brighter future together. Thank you to @anarold.bsky.social and the team for a great event!

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

🌍 Are you 13–19 and passionate about making a difference? Join the @hundredorg.bsky.social Youth Ambassador Programme to create social impact projects addressing the SDGs. Free, online, and open to all! Applications close 10 Jan 2025. Apply now: hundred.org/en/youth-amb... ✨ #EduSky

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Youth Ambassador Programme

The Youth Ambassador Programme in partnership with IBO as part of Festival of Hope supports young changemakers to create and build upon social impact projects addressing the Sustainable Development Go...

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

On my final work flights of 2024, travelling from Billund 🇩🇰 to Washington, DC, 🇺🇸 for the @worldin2050.bsky.social Annual Innovation Retreat. Three days with Brain Trust colleagues to reflect, collaborate, and shape the agenda for 2025. Signing off for Christmas after this. #EduSky

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Geneva Global Hub for Education in Emergencies @eiegenevahub.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

Pleased to welcome a new member: @glsurvivorsfund.bsky.social, est. in GVA by Nobel Peace Prize laureates Denis Mukwege & Nadia Murad Basee, supports reparations for survivors of conflict-related sexual violence (incl. quality education), a gap long noted by survivors. ▶️www.globalsurvivorsfund.org

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

I’ve long admired VVOB’s work in #education. Their climate change initiatives in 🇿🇦 South Africa, 🇪🇨 Ecuador, and 🇧🇪 Belgium show the power of #teachers to drive meaningful #climate action. 🌱🌍 Learn more: www.vvob.org/en/news/clim... #EduSky

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Climate Change Education: From Awareness to Action | VVOB

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Geneva Global Hub for Education in Emergencies @eiegenevahub.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

The EiE Hub warmly welcomes @gpforeducation.bsky.social decision to establish a separate legal entity in Geneva—a significant milestone in securing increased funding for education globally and fostering new opportunities for collaboration. www.linkedin.com/posts/swiss-...

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

Teach For All is hiring a Director of Strategic Partnerships to join their Global Institute’s Outreach and Engagement effort. Based in Singapore, this role drives global #education partnerships. Apply now: teachforall.org/jobs-and-gra... #EduSky

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

Explore @gemreport.bsky.social 2023 regional #GEMReport on Southeast Asia, published with #SEAMEO, which highlights rapid growth in learning management systems and examines how Malaysia and Singapore have taken the lead. www.unesco.org/gem-report/e... #EduSky

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2023 Southeast Asia Report - Technology in education

A tool on whose terms?

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

Latest @oecd-ocde.bsky.social #PISA2022 results: • > 50% of students adopt proactive learning strategies • Only 60% use critical thinking techniques • Motivation for learning is low, with significant disparities. • Confidence in online skills remains uneven www.oecd.org/education/pi... #EduSky

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Mitch Resnick @mres.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

I'm so happy that my wonderful colleague Zoë Bentley, the creative force behind many of the inspiring video tutorials and accessibility features in Scratch and OctoStudio, has been selected for the new Forbes 30 under 30 list! A well-deserved honor! www.forbes.com/30-under-30/...

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Forbes 30 Under 30 2024: Education

Bringing access and opportunity to the classroom and beyond

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Global Education Monitoring Report UNESCO @gemreport.bsky.social · 26/11/2024

By 2030, major climate disasters will occur daily, yet the education sector - key to building resilience - received just 0.001% of climate finance in 2021/22. It’s time to prioritize education in climate action! See how in #WorldEducationBlog by Yuki Murakami: 🔗 bit.ly/3ZmUP1U

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People & Planet @peopleandplanet.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

🔥 This is MASSIVE news! More than 75% of UK universities divest from the fossil fuel industry! That's thanks to 10 years of tireless campaigning from students putting on the pressure. ✊ Campaigning works. This shows our power! 👇

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More than three-quarters of UK universities join fossil fuel pledge, say activists

Move to exclude fossil fuel firms from investment portfolios follows years of campaigning by staff and students

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AI in Education Podcast @aiineducation.bsky.social · 15/11/2024

We're here! The weekly AI in Education podcast has finally decided to jump the shark from Twitter to Bluesky, and to be back where the education conversation is happening, and away from That Place. Find the podcast on aipodcast.education or in your favourite podcast apps

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AI Education Podcast

Dan Bowen and Ray Fleming are experienced education renegades who have worked in many various educational institutions and educational companies across the world. They talk about Artificial Intellig...

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Geneva Global Hub for Education in Emergencies @eiegenevahub.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Coming up: 📅10-12 Dec, Building Bridges - a global movement leveraging the power of #finance for sustainability. Action Days bring together >120 orgs to look at issues incl. humanitarian & development financing, innovation & sustainability. Interested? Go to▶️ www.buildingbridges.org/2024-edition...

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

Technology can be a powerful tool for fostering playful, creative learning in education. In this article by @mres.bsky.social, innovative ways to use tech for engaging learning are explored: www.edutopia.org/article/usin... #EduSky

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Promoting Playful Learning With Technology

Mitchel Resnick—creator of Scratch and OctoStudio—shares how teachers can maximize students’ use of tech for creative purposes.

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

A major overhaul of children’s social care in England promises to tackle profiteering, improve early intervention, and support vulnerable children. 🚸 Read more about the ambitious reforms and their potential impact: www.theguardian.com/society/2024... #EduSky

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Overhaul of children’s social care in England will crack down on firms’ profiteering

Government says reforms will end ‘neglect’ in system that leaves young people behind

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

@drrebeccawinthrop.bsky.social’s & Jenny Anderson’s new book ‘The Disengaged Teen’ is a must-read! Packed with insights for parents & educators, it helps teens thrive in learning & life. Pre order now, out on 7 Jan 2025. www.thedisengagedteen.com #DisengagedTeen #EduSky

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International Parliamentary Network for Education @ipned.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

🌍It's encouraging to see @g20org.bsky.social emphasising the importance of early education and nutrition. Prioritising these areas is vital for supporting children's growth and ensuring equal opportunities for all.📘🍎 ⬇️ Read more www.ipned.org/news-and-vie...

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G20 leaders prioritise early education and nutrition — International Parliamentary Network for Education

Meeting at the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro , world leaders highlighted the urgent need to address poverty, hunger, and education inequalities. The new Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty ...

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 01/12/2024

Advent starts today, marking the countdown to the end of 2024. In 10 days, I’ll head across the Atlantic to join my World in 2050 Brain Trust colleagues in DC for the Annual Innovation Retreat hosted by @anarold.bsky.social. 3 days of bold ideas! worldin2050.diplomaticourier.com/brain-trust/ #EduSky

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Rhodri Davies @rhodridavies.bsky.social · 01/12/2024

To celebrate being on a new and non-toxic platform, I thought I would resurrect an uber-nerdy history of philanthropy digital advent calendar I made a few years back. Jingle, and indeed, Bells.🔔

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Will Richardson, Future Serious @willbo24.bsky.social · 30/11/2024

"Over the past 60 years, as girls and women have fought their way into classrooms and boardrooms, society has expanded its idea of womanhood accordingly, yet our definition of manhood has failed to evolve alongside it." www.nytimes.com/2024/11/30/o... Important take for educators.

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Opinion | Our Messed-Up Dating Culture Gave Us Donald Trump. Let Me Explain. (Gift Article)

A generation of resentful young men has arisen from the cultural norm dictating that men must be the breadwinners.

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 30/11/2024

A breakthrough in South Africa! 🇿🇦 The Indaba Institute’s CoRE programme in Kayamandi shows the power of investing in early years: 94% literacy & 57% numeracy scores for 4-5 yr olds in ECD centres. Learn more: www.iol.co.za/sundayindepe... #EduSky

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Transforming Education: Indaba Institute’s fight against literacy and numeracy issues in SA

The Indaba Institute is revolutionising early childhood education in South Africa, achieving remarkable literacy and numeracy rates that challenge the national crisis … discover how community engageme...

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Jon Harper FRSA @jonharperff.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

It's #CitizenFriday - will you share, repair and get out in the fresh air? Citizen Friday was started by the Re-Action Collective as an anti-Black Friday campaign Today is a great day to join to help us all avoid being manipulated into buying things we don't need or want! Everyone is welcome

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

The question “What is education for?” is urgent. 🌍 Will Richardson’s ‘Confronting Education-A Manifesto’ critiques outdated systems and calls for bold rethinking centred on resilience, connection, and preparing for uncertainty. 🌱 futureserious.school/manifestoedu/ #EduSky @willbo24.bsky.social

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Confronting Education Manifesto - Future Serious Schools

It's time to face this difficult moment in the world with open eyes and learn with others on the journey to redefine “education."

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

The 2024 Early Childhood Development Megatrends Report explores how trends like learning in flux, migration, and tech are reshaping childhood. Packed with insights and recommendations to shape a brighter future. Read here: eca.gov.ae/wp-content/u... #EduSky

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Euan Wilmshurst @euanwilmshurst.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

Cambridge Partnership for Education’s framework for green education is driving progress towards sustainability. Learn how it’s shaping the intersection of education and climate action: www.cambridge.org/partnership/... #EduSky

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Green Education: Turn commitments into action

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