Global Education Crisis: Conflict Zones Disproportionately Affect Children's Schooling
Approximately 250 million children globally are out of school, representing 16% of the school-aged population worldwide. Conflict-affected countries exhibit exceptionally high numbers of children not attending school, though precise quantification remains challenging. In some nations, such as the Central African Republic, South Sudan, and Eritrea, more than 50% of primary school-age children are not enrolled.
According to UNESCO, a significant global education crisis sees around 250 million children, or 16% of the worldwide school-aged population, currently out of school.
Evidence suggests that the number of children not attending school is notably higher in countries affected by conflict. While the exact figures are difficult to quantify, the impact of conflict on education is evident.
For instance, nations like the Central African Republic, South Sudan, and Eritrea report that over 50% of their primary school-age children are not receiving an education.
(Source: Phys.org)
