Core Principles of Each One Feed One - Each One Teach One are:

1. It is a basic human right to be provided an education.

2. Man is a mine rich in gems of inestimable value.

3. Education can, alone, cause human beings to reveal their treasures, and enable mankind to benefit therefrom.

4. Education of girls is particularly important, as it is through educated mothers that the benefits of knowledge can be most effectively diffused through the families and communities.

5. It is a basic human right to be able to attain a livelihood.