Education of people on the move

In Latin America and the Caribbean, human mobility has seen an increase both in volume and complexity in recent years. This region has experienced a significant rise in the number of migrants, partly attributed to factors such as disasters, violence, conflicts, and economic crises. However, human mobility can also be a positive force, enriching social diversity, boosting productivity, and fostering innovation.

Last update:5 April 2024

To ensure that education remains accessible and of quality amidst challenging contexts, it is crucial for systems to strengthen their social services and their capacity to protect human rights, especially the right to education. The UNESCO Multisectoral Office in Santiago works to support the educational response of ministries of education and other educational actors to emergency and crisis situations, with a focus on human mobility. Its commitment is to address inequalities and exclusions, ensuring that the most vulnerable populations, including those affected by emergencies and crises, are not deprived of their fundamental right to education.