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The Silent Struggle: Gendered Barriers to Education in Low-Income Rural Areas

Abstract

Education is often heralded as the key to unlocking a better future, and in many parts of the world, it is seen as the most powerful tool to break the cycle of poverty. Yet, for millions of children, especially girls living in low-income rural areas, access to education remains a distant dream. Despite significant global efforts to improve access to education, gendered barriers continue to hinder the educational progress of girls in rural regions of developing countries. These barriers are complex, deeply rooted in cultural norms, economic hardship, and lack of infrastructure, and they often go unaddressed, leading to a silent struggle for many young girls.

William Greene