your school community needs.
for teachers, students become agents of
change in their communities.”
expand educational and career
opportunities for our youth.
A bright future begins with a great teacher
Educando (formerly known as the World Education and Development Fund, “Worldfund”) was founded by Luanne Zurlo in 2002 in the United States as an international non-profit organization dedicated to improving education standards in Latin America. Today Educando operates two programs in Mexico, LISTO and siSTEMa. We are convinced that educational quality begins with teacher professional development. That’s why we offer innovative content, personalized coaching and learning communities to drive strategic educational transformation.
Our theory of change empowers teachers with tools and support to create learning environments that inspire and promote sustainable human development.
Education to
transform
Mission
We seek to ensure that every girl, boy and young adult has the necessary opportunities to develop key competencies that enable them to access dignified jobs, lead fulfilling lives, and exercise their citizenship in the XXI century, thus contributing to the well-being of their communities.
Vision
We work to create comprehensive and innovative learning environments that foster the development of 21st-century competencies and STEM across all disciplines. We achieve this through transformative leaders in public schools who inspire and empower students to reach their full potential.
Together, we are building a bright future where education opens the door to opportunity, innovation, and lasting impact.
Our Programs in Mexico
To fulfill our mission, we implement two key programs: LISTO, focused on school leadership, and siSTEMa, centered on STEM education.
“A great school leader can transform a school into a learning community.”
Our Leadership and Educational Support Diploma (DLAE) provides professional training in transformational school leadership for preschool, elementary, and middle school, endorsed by the Public Teaching Career System: USICAMM.
“A bright future starts with a great teacher.”
Our siSTEMa Diploma offers professional training for teachers based on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), incorporating project development for sustainability through Project-Based Learning (PBL) and Inquiry-Based Learning in middle and high schools. In middle school, it is endorsed by the Public Teaching Career System: USICAMM
Our Commitment to the SDGs
At Educando we work every day to build a more sustainable and inclusive future. We actively contribute to the following Sustainable Development Goals.
Through our programs and initiatives, we drive change and create a real impact in vulnerable communities.
Where we work
During the 2024–2025 School Year:
95 public schools with siSTEMa-Educando (69 new schools and 23 follow-up).
620 educational leaders with LISTO (in partnership with 5 state authorities).
Development of ecosystems in Nuevo León and CDMX to strengthen STEM educational and job opportunities for our youth.
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Agreement with UDEM
The Universidad de Monterrey (UDEM) and Educando signed a Collaboration Agreement in 2024 to strengthen public education in Mexico. This agreement involves the participation of UDEM students, faculty, and staff in initiatives related to enhancing educational leadership and STEM programs.
Our Partners
Thanks to the support of our partners, donors, and collaborators, we are making steady progress toward fulfilling our mission, vision, and objectives. Their valuable contributions and joint efforts are essential to transforming and improving the educational context in Mexico.
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