Please enable JavaScript.
Coggle requires JavaScript to display documents.
Impact of Armed Conflict on Education in Colombia - Coggle Diagram
Impact of Armed Conflict on Education in Colombia
Current Situation
Armed Conflict:
Ongoing violence in Colombia, especially in the Catatumbo region.
Displaced Children:
At least 44,000 children forced out of education this year due to violence.
Historical Context
Peace Deal (2016):
Agreement to end Colombia’s 52-year civil war.
Impact of War:
At least 220,000 dead, seven million displaced.
Current Conflict
Fighting between ELN (National Liberation Army) and EPL (The Popular Liberation Army) continues.
Recent Developments
First Semester 2018:
44,829 students and 2,285 teachers affected in Catatumbo.
Educational Facilities
80 schools temporarily closed due to violence.
Specific Incident
La Pacheca elementary school damaged by fighting on July 4
Consequences for Education
Child Safety:
Increased risk of recruitment by armed groups, child labor, and other abuses.
Teacher Safety:
Threats and violence against educators.
Direct Impact:
Suspension of classes, threats to students and teachers.
Humanitarian Response
Emergency Aid
NRC helping affected communities and schools
Education Programs
Efforts to get children back to school despite the conflict.
NRC’s Role:
Working in the area for over 20 years, providing emergency assistance and education programs.
Government and International Response
International Support:
79 nations signed; advocacy for all UN Security Council members to sign.
Safe Schools Declaration:
NRC urges Colombia to support this declaration to protect educational institutions