The objectives of Concern’s education programme is to strengthen formal
education provision among the poorer sections of society by addressing
the obstacles that hinder access to and successful completion of formal
primary education.
With 113 million children of primary school age not enrolled in school,
Concern is focused on providing basic education to those who need it
most.
Education is a human right and a crucial factor in the reduction of
poverty. It is also instrumental in the promotion of democracy,
tolerance and personal and social development.
Scope of problem
The fact remains however, that 113 million children of primary school
age (the majority of them girls) are not enrolled in school. Millions
more are taught by untrained and underpaid teachers in overcrowded,
unhealthy and ill-equipped classrooms.
Basic education
Concern’s aim is to improve, in a sustainable way, the livelihoods of
extremely poor women, men and children. One of the most effective ways
of doing this is by increasing access to quality education.
Improving status
As a minimum standard, education must result in sufficient levels of
literacy and numeracy. This will enable people to lift themselves out of
absolute poverty and continue to improve their lives.
Gender disparity
Basic education is one Concern’s main areas of work. We are now looking
to focus on formal primary education. We also aim to fulfil the
International Development Targets of achieving universal primary
education by 2015.
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Jonathan Power
Community fundraising manager
Concern Dublin
