The Casablanca-Settat Regional Education and Training Academy in Morocco has partnered with various stakeholders to launch a community mobilization project aimed at combating school dropout rates. The initiative, dubbed the "Community Mobilization Caravan for Direct Integration and Re-registration of Dropouts and Out-of-School Children," seeks to promote education and encourage out-of-school children to re-enroll in school. This project is part of a broader effort to address the issue of school dropouts in the region.
According to Mohamed Deb, director of the Casablanca-Settat Academy, the project aims to enhance coordination between the community mobilization caravan and remedial education programs, as well as second-chance schools. The goal is to unify the methodology of work, define the roles of stakeholders, and establish mechanisms for monitoring and evaluation. Deb emphasized that combating school dropout rates requires understanding its causes and various dimensions.
The project builds on the success of previous initiatives, which saw over 15,000 dropouts return to school in the 2025-2026 academic year. Deb attributed this success to the concerted efforts of various stakeholders, including local authorities, representatives of the public prosecutor's office, and civil society organizations. He stressed that protecting children's right to education is a collective responsibility and that the project's success depends on transforming coordination into tangible action.
The Casablanca-Settat Academy's efforts to combat school dropout rates are part of a larger national strategy to promote education and reduce social and territorial disparities. The project aims to provide new opportunities for children and young people who have dropped out of school or never enrolled. By working together with local stakeholders, the academy hopes to make a positive impact on the lives of thousands of young people in the region.
The community mobilization caravan is expected to play a crucial role in raising awareness about the importance of education and encouraging out-of-school children to re-enroll in school. The project will also focus on providing support to vulnerable groups, including girls and children from disadvantaged backgrounds. By addressing the root causes of school dropout rates, the initiative aims to create a more inclusive and equitable education system.
Morocco has made significant progress in recent years in promoting education and reducing dropout rates. However, challenges persist, particularly in rural and disadvantaged areas. The Casablanca-Settat Academy's project aims to address these challenges by providing targeted support to out-of-school children and promoting community involvement in education.
The project's success will be measured by its impact on dropout rates and the number of out-of-school children who re-enroll in school. The Casablanca-Settat Academy will work closely with stakeholders to monitor progress and evaluate the effectiveness of the initiative. By building on previous successes and addressing the root causes of school dropout rates, the project aims to make a lasting impact on education in Morocco.
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- The Casablanca-Settat Regional Education and Training Academy has launched a community mobilization project to combat school dropout rates and encourage out-of-school children to re-enroll in school.
