War and education: Ukrainian children start school year on the net
War and education: Ukrainian children start school year on the net
Education under fire: The challenges of the Ukrainian children in times of crisis
War in Ukraine has a significant impact on the formation of children in the regions affected by the conflict. According to a report by Save the Children, two thirds of school children can no longer go to school regularly in the front areas. This applies in particular to the social interactions that are crucial for the development of the children.
In a comprehensive study,save the Children presented around 1,500 pupils as well as their supervisors and teachers. The study focused on children in the foremost lines, where 64 percent of those surveyed explained that they can only be informed online. This illustrates the precarious situation of many Ukrainians, and especially the youngest, who often have to deal with defective technical devices and unstable internet.
The Ukraine Ministry of Education reports that around 1.9 million children of school age rely on pursuing the lessons from afar. This leads to serious challenges in the learning environment, in particular the lack of direct contact with teachers and classmates. The promotion of social skills and personal exchange are of central importance, especially in the school development.
Sonia Khush, the country director of Save the Children, conceded the situation in a concise: "After more than two years of war, there are thousands of children in Ukraine who have never set foot in a classroom." This statement emphasizes how scattered and isolated the experiences of the children have become, which goes beyond learning and the emotional well -being is affected.
The situation is particularly threatening in cities like Charkiw, where many schools have to remain closed due to air strikes and shot. Here the authorities found creative solutions by setting up classrooms in subway stations. This initiative ensures that despite the uncertain conditions, the children have a place for learning and meeting with peers. The project is facilitated by supporting Save the Children, which also provides technical equipment and promotes digital learning centers.
The study also shows that more than half of the families surveyed indicate that their schools have been damaged. In heavily affected regions such as Donetsk and Charkiw, it is even over 90 percent. The lack of suitable learning resources is also concerned. Many children have access to just an old cell phone, which is often only a limited functional. The Internet often does not work stable, which makes the educational path even more difficult.
In view of these challenges, Save the Children is committed to ensuring that children in Ukraine have access to high -quality education even during the civil war. The organization has set up around 90 digital learning centers to provide the required devices. In addition, over 70 schools and kindergartens were supported in repairs and laptops and tablets were issued to children, whose regular schools had to be closed.The need for safe access to the education and the protection of the children are currently more important than ever. It is all the more central that the international community remains aware and continues programs to support Ukrainian children. Education in times of crisis must be a priority in order to offer the affected children a perspective and to secure their future development.
About Save the Children
The organization was founded in 1919 by the British social reformer Eglantyne Jebb. Today it is the largest independent children's rights organization in the world and is committed to children in war zones, conflicts and disasters in over 120 countries. Save the Children is committed to protecting the rights of the children and enabling them a healthy, safe and self -determined future.