Press release
Syrian Opposition Coalition – Syria
Department of Media and Communications
October 05, 2020
World Teacher’s Day is an occasion to remind the international community of its responsibilities towards education in Syria, especially towards teachers, pupils and students.
The past ten years saw systematic destruction of education infrastructure in Syria. The Assad regime and Russia’s bombing of schools and educational centers is clearly aimed at turning Syria into an epicenter of ignorance and darkness.
The Syrian Interim Government and educational organizations are making tremendous efforts to protect and repair the remaining educational centers as well as to provide them with qualified teaching staff.
Despite all these efforts, more support is still needed, especially in light of the current health conditions and the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the educational process. There is an urgent need for means of communication, namely computers and phones to give students access to online education.
As education helps ensure a better future of our country and our region, failure to support this sector risks leading to decades-long dire consequences.
On this day, we salute teachers as we express our deep appreciation for their efforts, steadfastness, and selfless devotion to their mission.
