Houthi leaders force female students in Jibla to chant slogans, threatening expulsion for non-compliance.

Houthi Leaders Enforce Control Over Education in Ibb Governorate

Houthi leaders continue to assert their dominance over education in the Jibla district of Ibb Governorate. Recently, they compelled female students in several schools to chant the Khomeini slogan. This initiative forms part of the militia’s broader strategy to impose its sectarian agenda within educational institutions, threatening students who resist with expulsion.

Pressures on Female Students in Schools

Educational sources report that Houthi officials visited girls’ schools as the new academic year began. They forced students to recite the slogan, and when they observed a lack of engagement, they insisted on repeating the chant.

The sources emphasized that Houthi leaders mandated student participation in the militia’s mobilization events. They warned of punitive measures against both school administrations and students who refused to comply. This situation raises serious concerns about educational freedom and students’ rights to express their opinions.

A Widespread Campaign to Exploit Education

These actions are part of a larger campaign executed by the militia across Ibb Governorate’s schools. The goal is to sectarianize education and exploit it to further their ideological agenda. The community has expressed widespread discontent, viewing education as a fundamental right that should remain free from political and sectarian influences.

The Houthi militia aims to alter educational curricula to align with their beliefs, reflecting their intentions to influence future generations. Such activities represent a blatant violation of students’ rights and their right to education.

Community Reactions

These practices have sparked significant protests from parents and the local community, who voice their concerns about the impact of these policies on education and their children’s futures. The international community is also urged to intervene to protect children’s rights and ensure an educational environment free from political agendas.

The continuation of these practices could lead to detrimental effects on education in Ibb Governorate, exacerbating the struggles faced by students and their families amid current conditions. Therefore, there is an urgent need to reassess the Houthis’ educational policies and restore education to its rightful place as a fundamental right for all.

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