Getting an education is not just a fundamental human right. It is pivotal to increasing employment and income opportunities. It is fundamental to breaking the cycle of poverty. Education is the key to unlocking the golden door of freedom for all in Africa/Asia. It is the bedrock of social and economic development. Education is crucial as it is an investment in human capital. This yields tremendous benefits at many levels and spheres. It benefits the individual, family community, and nation. Education is a sustainable means to alleviate poverty and bring lasting change. Consequently, to effect permanent change, any effort to bring lasting change must include education, in one way or the other.
Providing quality education to children reflects the fact that every child is entitled to fundamental human rights and should be treated with dignity. Where children lack access to education, this results in poverty, violence, abuse, exploitation, and other undesirable results. Poverty and its related challenges contribute to high drop out rates. Therefore, one of the goals of Develop Africa is to create opportunities for promising but impoverished African children and youths
Unfortunately, gaining a proper education is challenging for impoverished or underprivileged families in Africa. The quality of education that children receive is affected to a very large degree by the supporting environment. This environment includes access to essential learning materials – books and school supplies. A supportive environment also includes consistent financial support so that kids can depend on being able to go to school, and finish their education
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