Syria begins new school year despite severe resource shortages
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Syrian children are returning to classrooms for the first school year since the fall of the Assad regime, a significant milestone in a country recovering from over a decade of civil war. The education sector, heavily impacted by the conflict, faces substantial challenges.
Breakdown
- Syrian students begin their first school year after the fall of the Assad regime. 8s
- The education sector faces severe resource shortages and underdeveloped facilities. 16s
- Many schools remain shelters or are overcrowded due to displaced students. 55s
- International support, especially from the Global Partnership for Education, is crucial. 1m 16s
- Over $46 million has been invested in Syrian education since 2021. 1m 20s