Fuelling the futures of hundreds of Jordanian and refugee children

Schools in the northern governorate of Mafraq are typically over-subscribed, running in shifts as they try to keep up with demand. Many children are missing out on quality education as a result.

Refugee children are most at risk of missing out on school since their families often face dire poverty. It means families depend on children earning, not learning.

Islamic Relief launched a mobile education unit – a specially adapted and equipped truck – traveled around Mafraq serving Jordanian and refugee children in communities with poor access to schools.

Offering a local and safe space to learn, the unit benefited from strong links to local communities and provided alternative learning to bridge the education gap.

The unit also provided school kits, offered counselling and support services, and taught parents and local communities how to protect children and support those with disabilities.

Over 664,330 Syrian refugees are now thought be now living in Jordan. Nearly half are children, and of these 40% are estimated to be out of school.

The project began in 2017 and ended earlier this month, having helped 330 children. Islamic Relief is working to extend it for another year.

Original source: Islamic Relief
Published on 10 June 2019