Keywords: Education Policy


French protest movement inspires Belgian students opposing education reforms

A wave of youth mobilization in France appears to be influencing student protests in Belgium, where demonstrations against education reforms have spread to several cities. Although the two movements have different national contexts and demands, Belgian students say the protests across the border have......

Meloni proposes school ban on burqas and niqabs and cap on foreign pupils

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has announced plans for new school measures that would ban the wearing of burqas and niqabs in educational institutions, while introducing a legal limit on the number of foreign pupils allowed in individual classrooms. Meloni unveiled the proposals on September......

Indonesia: New Food Poisoning Incident Undermines Free Meal Program

At least 750 students and teachers showed symptoms of food poisoning in Rembang, on the island of Java, after consuming a meal provided for free at their school. This incident comes just days after a similar occurrence and raises concerns about the health safety of a flagship program of President Prabowo......

Zurich parliament backs ban on religious head coverings in schools

The Parliament of Zurich has narrowly approved a proposal calling for a ban on religious head coverings in public schools and kindergartens, in a move that would apply to both students and teachers. The proposal, put forward by the Swiss People’s Party, passed by 87 votes to 82, with six lawmakers......

France: High School Students Return to Class with a New Rule, No Phones Allowed

The 2026 school year marks a significant change in the daily lives of French high school students. From now on, mobile phones are no longer allowed in the living spaces of educational institutions, including hallways and cafeterias. This measure, which extends existing restrictions in younger schools......

UNESCO: Mexico to Host Global Literacy Event on September 8 and 9

The International Literacy Day will take on a special significance in 2026. To mark the 60th anniversary of its establishment, UNESCO will organize a global celebration on September 8 and 9 in the state of Chiapas, Mexico, under the theme "Literacy for People, Planet, and Prosperity." This gathering,......

UNESCO calls for more flexible education planning in an era of global uncertainty

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is urging governments to rethink how they plan education systems, arguing that traditional long-term strategies are no longer sufficient in a world shaped by rapid technological, economic, environmental, and social change. In......

India youth protesters end demonstration after government talks and education minister's resignation

India's youth protest movement announced the end of its nationwide demonstrations on Saturday after reaching an agreement with the government, bringing weeks of unrest over alleged examination paper leaks to a close. The decision was confirmed by a spokesperson for the movement following discussions......

Press Review: growth, digitalization, education, and climate at the heart of moroccan news

This Tuesday's national news is marked by major announcements touching on the economy, digital transformation, education, sustainable development, and social issues. Among the new growth prospects, the strengthening of anti-fraud measures for the baccalaureate, and advancements in sustainable development,......