There are various reasons why children don't go to school, but most of it stems from the effects of poverty. There is an existing and visible relationship between poverty and education that most people ignore.
As educational inequality poses more threats to more unsupported children, here’s how access to education can end those living in poverty.
- Provides opportunity
Access to opportunity can end the cycle of educational inequality. It can improve people's financial, physical, and emotional well-being with the right and accessible educational programs.
- Opens more doors
Education promotes growth, individuality, and improved physical and mental well-being. It can improve the quality of life among people living in poverty as it opens more doors that will benefit their future.
- Food security
Eliminating educational inequality can improve food security. It can create a source of income if people learn how to cultivate and sell their food through agricultural education. They can have the chance to put food on the table for their family.
- Save more lives
One of the effects of poverty is malnutrition, and one of the causes is a lack of awareness about healthy eating habits. Parents and children will learn more of the proper ways to take care of themselves through primary education. It can also slow the development of infectious illnesses like HIV/AIDS and Ebola.
- Reduce risk
Education may help protect people living in poverty because it promotes adversity and reduces social inequality. Children will have the chance to attend regular public education, especially if anyone can access it. Helping children regain a sense of security over time will shape them as a person.
- Develop strengths
Similar educational programs promote the growth of students' interests and skills. When children have a proper place to learn, they have a better chance of developing their capabilities. The relationship between poverty and education will not hinder them from reaching their dreams.
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