What does this research mean for the field?

Conflict and displacement in South Sudan have led to over 50% of school-age children losing access to education, disproportionately affecting primary and secondary education levels. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.NOVEL_FINDING. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.CHALLENGES_CONSENSUS.

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The aim is to explore how conflict and displacement impact educational access in South Sudan.

March 8, 2026Open Access

Conflict and Displacement: Shattering Education Access in South Sudan 2009

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The aim is to explore how conflict and displacement impact educational access in South Sudan.
Mixed-methods approach utilizing qualitative interviews and quantitative enrollment data
Analysis of displacement rates among school-age children
Assessment of educational continuity and dropout rates
Displacement rates among school-age children exceeded 50%
Significant disruption to both primary and secondary education levels
Increase in dropout rates and worsening gender disparities in education access

Abstract

South Sudan has experienced prolonged conflict since its independence in , leading to significant displacement and disruption of education systems. A mixed-methods approach combining qualitative interviews with quantitative data from the Ministry of Education's enrollment records. Displacement rates exceeded 50% among school-age children, affecting both primary and secondary levels disproportionately. Conflict has severely constrained educational access by disrupting schooling continuity, increasing dropout rates, and exacerbating gender disparities. Implement targeted support programmes for displaced students, integrate education into peacebuilding efforts, and enhance data collection methods to monitor educational recovery.

Conflict and Displacement: Shattering Education Access in South Sudan 2009

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