Education is believed to be one of the drivers of social change. For women, education is the key to a better life. Like what Kartini has to say about the importance of education, it is the initial capital for empowerment and progress of a nation in the future.
Here are some reasons why the woman should be aware of education
Improving Prosperity
The report of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) in 2012 shows that increasing the participation of women in the labor force can accelerate economic growth2. To enter the world of work, of course, women must have adequate education. That way, the level of wellbeing of self and family can be improved.
Reduce Mortality
Awareness of education for women has an impact on the decline in maternal mortality rate up to 66%. This is equivalent to saving about 189,000 maternal lives (UN Women, 2015). This is suspected by the higher level of education pursued by women accompanied by decreased mortality risk due to pregnancy and childbirth at too young age
A Smart Child was born to an educated mother
There have been many studies that mention that intelligent children born from smart mothers. A mother's intelligence can also increase the chance of a child to live past the age of five. In addition, educated women will understand the importance of education. So as a mother she will be a major supporter of education for his children.
Preventing Human Trafficking
UN Women mentioned that poor and uneducated women are very vulnerable to human trafficking. By raising awareness of education, undoubtedly human trafficking-especially women-can be prevented.
