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Al Sahwa
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Al Sahwa
Yemeni Educator: Teachers Face Unprecedented Challenges Amid Economic Crisis
A leading Yemeni educator has warned that teachers are facing one of the toughest periods in their profession, with salaries barely covering basic needs, leading to a decline in the quality of education. Yaser Tanaf bin Taleb, head of the Teachers' Union in Hadhramout, said the current economic situation has forced many teachers to take on additional jobs to make ends meet, negatively impacting their performance and the overall educational process. The union has launched initiatives to support teachers, including discounted healthcare services and housing projects. Bin Taleb emphasized the need for sustainable solutions to address the crisis, including improved salaries and working conditions. The educator also highlighted the dire state of educational infrastructure, with many schools lacking basic facilities and training programs for teachers. The union's efforts to push for reforms have included a six-month strike, which drew attention to the plight of teachers. Bin Taleb stressed the importance of building partnerships with local authorities to achieve meaningful change and improve the education sector.
Shafaq News
08-04-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Iraqi government backs protesting teachers' demands
Shafaq News/ On Tuesday, Iraq's cabinet approved a package of reforms aimed at improving pay, housing, and working conditions for educators, following days of protests across central and southern provinces. Chaired by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and attended by Teachers' Union head Uday Hatem al-Issawi, the session focused on measures to address long-standing demands from the education sector. The cabinet approved a review of eligibility for salary increases and promotions based on previously uncredited service. It also endorsed the allocation of land plots to teaching staff in Baghdad and other provinces. A committee, including representatives from the Teachers' Union, will oversee the development of dedicated residential areas for education employees. Transport stipends for supervisors will be funded from local directorate budgets, and schools will receive a 100,000-dinar ($76.43) payment each academic term to support administrative operations. The government also ordered the full enforcement of the Teacher Protection Law (Law 8 of 2018). The Ministry of Education has been tasked with surveying schools located more than 100 kilometers (62 miles) from city centers and proposing appropriate support measures. To improve living conditions, the cabinet also authorized low-interest loans through public banks for education personnel. Iraq's education system faces continued challenges, including staff shortages, overcrowded classrooms, and limited infrastructure, particularly in rural and post-conflict areas. The government, however, has introduced reforms under a national strategy running through 2031.
