All children have the right to education. Cuts to the education system or to learning support, such as speech therapy, affect children’s future opportunities. And yet, education is often the way out of poverty. Those who are less educated tend to suffer more from the consequences of the crisis than those with a higher level of education.

David (16), Preston

England, United Kingdom


Cuts to funding for my Speech Therapy has made it harder for me to communicate my ideas to others. This makes me sad and angry at the same time.

Emma (19), Glasgow

Scotland, United Kingdom


In these hard times, it becomes harder and harder to look forward with hope. It’s easy to forget that learning is the key that will open doors.

Tamara (16), Glasgow

Scotland, United Kingdom


Cuts to guidance support in schools have left many young people feeling lonely and vulnerable. It’s not nice to be scared to get out of bed.

Matteo (16), Rome

Italy

 

As people earn less and less the price of schoolbooks continues to rise. We are being forced to make choices and sacrifices.

Will (16), Preston

England, United Kingdom

 

Reductions in learning support services in schools have made life very difficult for many young people.