An NGO providing assistance to migrant children on the Thai-Burmese border has reached several agreements with the Burmese officials that will allow migrant students to enter government schools and take matriculation exams
Parents condemn what they call institutionalised discrimination in Thandwe Township, Rakhine State, where Muslim students were distinguished from their non-Muslim peers and labelled “Bengali” on a document laying out seating arrangements for upcoming matriculation examinations.
Irrawaddy Division Lead Story Military News
One student explained that while the play carried an anti-war message, it was in no way meant to be anti-military.
Education Lead Story News Parliament
After a week of violence and protest, the original issue at the core of the dissent – the National Education Law – is back on the agenda.
Education Lead Story Migrants Issues News
As donor attention shifts away from border areas, schools for migrant children are putting plans in place in case of closure.
Chin Education Lead Story News
In an effort to improve Chin State’s dismal education system, regional officials have announced that they will hire an additional 1,640 teachers.
Education Feature Lead Story News
Education reform in Burma is underway — and not a moment too soon.
Education Feature Lead Story News
Military rule wrecked Burma’s higher education system and the new government faces many challenges to restore it.
