Tackling School Absenteeism: Why Stronger Collaboration Matters
Systems to monitor schools absenteeism School absenteeism among children of seasonal agricultural workers remains a pressing challenge in Türkiye. Despite significant steps taken, such as the introduction of e-METİP and the Child Labour Monitoring System, too many children continue to experience disrupted schooling due to seasonal migration and labor demands. These initiatives reflect a genuine commitment to safeguarding children’s right to education. Yet, the persistence of absenteeism suggests that technological solutions alone are not enough. One of the key issues highlighted by research is the fragmentation of policies and interventions . While ministries, local authorities, NGOs, and international organizations are all engaged in addressing absenteeism, their efforts often operate in parallel rather than in synergy. For example, while the Ministry of National Education tracks student records through e-Okul and in coordination with e-METİP, social services, labor authorities...
