Mindanao Students Encounter Significant Barriers to Quality Education, Youth Leader Highlights

Arizza Ann S. Nocum, co-founder of the Kristiyano-Islam Peace Library (KRIS), has drawn attention to the unique challenges faced by students in Mindanao, which impede their access to quality education. In an interview, Nocum stressed that the condition of school facilities and the difficulty in reaching these institutions are critical issues that demand immediate attention. "The infrastructure of schools and the accessibility to schools is something that needs to be worked on," she noted. These obstacles differentiate Mindanao learners from their peers in other parts of the country, underscoring the necessity for targeted efforts to bridge educational disparities. Initiatives aimed at enhancing physical school resources and improving transportation networks could play a pivotal role in fostering more inclusive development and equitable learning environments across the region.