As a new school year begins each September, many families feel the financial strain of books, uniforms, tuition, and extra fees. Pastors also notice that church giving often drops during this season.
In the highlands, dropping out of school has long been a common practice. Once shaped by nomadic traditions that placed little value on education, families now face the challenge of providing their children with a better future through education. Yet many students, pressured by family needs, long commutes, or discouragement, drop out of school early. Statistics show that from 2021 to 2024, Lam Dong province saw 2,220 students drop out, while one district in Binh Phuoc reported nearly half of its students leaving school in 2024. Read More
