“For years, diagnoses accumulated without action and debates repeated themselves without consequences. Argentina does not suffer from a lack of resources or teacher vocation; it suffers from a systemic problem. We founded Libres para Aprender because we believe that transformation begins when schools are free to decide.”
GRACIELA PERRONE - Executive Director
OUR VISION
An Argentina where the freedom to learn is a right, not a privilege.
An education system where every family can choose their children’s education, every school can build its own project according to the needs of its community, and every teacher can teach with professional autonomy and be recognized for results.
A diverse, autonomous, evidence-based system that develops critical, responsible individuals capable of fully thriving in society.
OUR MISSION
To drive a structural transformation of Argentina’s education system by promoting educational freedom and school autonomy, with accountability for results.
We work to strengthen the decision-making capacity of educational communities, expand opportunities available to families, and build a culture of accountability focused on continuous improvement.
We do this through the generation and dissemination of evidence, training and support for educational stakeholders, network-building, and public policy advocacy.
OUR VALUES
FREEDOM
The ability to choose, teach, and learn without undue restrictions is a guiding principle of the education system.
AUTONOMY
Educational decisions should be made as close as possible to students, strengthening the role of schools and their communities.
EVIDENCE
Policies and practices should be based on data, research, and verifiable outcomes.
TRANSPARENCY
We promote clear, open, and accessible evaluation systems that improve educational management and learning outcomes.
URGENCY
The education crisis requires immediate action focused on concrete and sustainable solutions.