Event: 11th ADB International Education and Skills Forum: Applying a Fresh Lens to Unlock the Power of Human Capital [Video] Innovative Financing for Education and Role of Philanthropies 03 December 2025 Author / Speaker Karthik Krishnan Laura Savage Tiong Hui Yeo Gayatri Nair Lobo Raman Sidhu This panel discussed how philanthropy can collaborate with governments and multilateral partners to strengthen education systems across Asia, addressing persistent challenges such as inequity, quality gaps, digital transformation, climate resilience, and preparation for future jobs, while building on the region’s strong commitment to human capital development. Disclaimer The views expressed on this website are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views and policies of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) or its Board of Governors or the governments they represent. ADB does not guarantee the accuracy of the data included in this publication and accepts no responsibility for any consequence of their use. By making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area, or by using the term “country” in this document, ADB does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area. Topics Education