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 Morocco faces considerable obstacles in its social mobility because of structural impediments and deeply ingrained social inequality. According to the Global Social Mobility Index,  social mobility ranking of 73rd out of 82 countries highlights enduring barriers to advancement that are made worse by differences in access to opportunities for both education and work. Socioeconomic position has a significant impact on access to high-quality education, with private education being mostly available to the wealthier classes.  During visits to institutions like the École Nationale d'Administration (ENA), students revealed that many peers choose to enter the workforce directly rather than pursue higher education. This decision is frequently the result of financial strains and the immediate need to find employment after high school.  


According to experts and numerous studies, disparities in educational opportunities in Morocco start early, even before primary school. Preschool education is crucial for developing cognitive and socio-emotional skills that lay the foundation for future success. However, access to quality preschool education in Morocco is significantly influenced by factors such as place of residence whether urban or rural and the family's socioeconomic background.


References

Khadri, M. (2023, August 7). Trapped in the social loop: The challenges of social mobility in Morocco. Freiheit Foundation. https://www.freiheit.org/morocco/trapped-social-loop-challenges-social-mobility-morocco




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