The Government of Japan provided a $730,000 grant to support (access) registering and enrollment in primary and secondary schools for the vulnerable groups in Irbid, northern Jordan. The grant contract was signed today by Japan Ambassador to Jordan, Jiro Okuyama, and the project manager at the Jordan office of World Vision Japan, a Japanese non-governmental organization. This grant aims to support the improvement of the educational environment, especially for the vulnerable children, including children who have dropped out of school, children with special needs, and refugee children, the Japanese embassy said in a statement. It also aims to enhance teachers and school staff capabilities to ensure comprehensive education in public schools in Irbid governorate by providing support classes for learning English language and life skills, and securing barrier-free school facilities in addition to educational materials based on the organization’s extensive experience in this field. The project will contribute to reducing social disparities and empowering children in Jordan.

Source: Jordan News Agency