Policy Brief December 15, 2014
Policy Brief: Education and Vulnerability - The Case of the Talibés in Senegal
For years, Senegal has drawn attention for the many talibés (children who attend Qur’anic schools) in the streets who ask for money and sugar. This issue brief explores the controversies surrounding Qur’anic schools in Senegal and the care of their students, as well as actions taken by actors addressing the needs of the children. Most Qur’anic schools are considered part of the informal education…