After 50 years of military dictatorship, Myanmar (formerly Burma) suffers from numerous internal conflicts. Their school system is extremely discriminatory and requires students to take fee-paying classes, making them inaccessible to the poorest young people.
In Pakistan a low percentage of the national budget goes to education, resulting in a lack of necessary facilities, materials, and teacher training programs - especially in rural areas. Many children in these areas are unable to attend school.
Thailand's school system is in a crisis and needs to move into the 21st century because the curriculum is outdated and inadequate. Rural schools and students suffer from a lack of funding and resources. Marginalized groups have additional challenges in competing for teachers and supplies.
Name: Saw Gay Nay Say
Country: Thailand | Age: 13 years old
I have 3 siblings and I am the second child. I’ve never seen my mother. My village is in constant danger due our civil war as a result, there is no place for studying. My dream is to get a high education so I can get a good job to and take care of my family.