President John Mahama has urged the global community to recognise education as a fundamental instrument for justice, social equity, and sustainable peace.

Speaking at the 2025 edition of the Doha Forum, he argued that justice extends far beyond the confines of courtrooms, finding its truest expression in learning environments where young minds are nurtured.

“Justice is not only delivered in the courtrooms,” President Mahama said. “Justice lives in the classrooms; it is found in a moment a child learns to read, in a moment a young woman discovers her talent for science, in a moment a displaced child finds safety and hope in a school, in a moment a teacher inspires courage in a new generation.”

He emphasised that building a more peaceful, equitable, and resilient world demands that education be treated as both a foremost investment and a bold moral commitment.

Drawing on a vivid metaphor, he noted: “Knowledge is like a garden; if it is not cultivated, it cannot be harvested. Let us cultivate the seeds of justice through education, especially in times of crisis, so that the harvest may be peace, prosperity and a shared humanity.”

President Mahama stressed that education equips young people to navigate contemporary global challenges, from climate shocks and digital disruptions to civic participation and peaceful coexistence.

He called for deliberate investments in education that enable children, especially those from marginalised or crisis-affected communities, to realise their potential and contribute meaningfully to society.

By linking education with justice, President Mahama framed learning as a transformative tool capable of fostering opportunity, equality, and shared humanity for current and future generations.

“Creating a more peaceful, equitable, and resilient world requires that education be our most significant investment and our boldest commitment,” he concluded.