The Iran war is forcing families to choose between school for their kids or survival
Summary
The war in Iran has caused fuel prices to rise, making it harder for poor families to afford school for their children. In places like Cambodia’s floating villages on Tonle Sap Lake, many children must skip school to help their families survive as travel costs go up and resources become scarce.Key Facts
- The Iran war has increased gasoline prices worldwide, putting pressure on poor families.
- Rising fuel costs make it more expensive for students and teachers to reach schools, especially in remote areas like Cambodia’s floating villages.
- Climate change is also making travel on Tonle Sap Lake harder, with floods and droughts becoming more unpredictable.
- About 23.4 million additional children could be pushed into poverty by the end of the year due to effects linked to the Iran war.
- Most of these affected children live in Africa and Asia.
- Children in Cambodia rely on gas-powered boats to get to school on the lake.
- Many children skip school to help their families earn money during tough times.
- The war’s indirect effects on education are less obvious than school closures but have long-term impacts on vulnerable families.
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