Colombia: Education Under Attack 2026

By Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack at ReliefWeb · June 15, 2026 · 2 min read

Countries: Colombia, Afghanistan, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Haiti, India, Iraq, Israel, Kenya, Mali, Mozambique, Myanmar, Niger, Nigeria, occupied Palestinian territory, Pakistan, Philippines, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syrian Ara

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The escalation of attacks on education in Colombia and 27 other countries highlights the devastating impact of conflict on vulnerable populations, particularly children and educators. The significant increase in attacks on schools, with over 3,000 reported, underscores the need for heightened protection of educational institutions and personnel. The fact that attacks on schools were identified in all but one of the profiled countries suggests a widespread disregard for the sanctity of education in conflict zones. As the global community grapples with the consequences of these attacks, it is crucial to recognize the long-term effects on individuals, communities, and societies as a whole. The GCPEA's findings serve as a call to action for governments, humanitarian organizations, and faith-based groups to prioritize the protection of education and support the recovery of affected communities, ensuring that children and educators can safely access quality education, even in the midst of conflict.

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