Due to British Muslims’ young age demographic, attention must be paid to the disproportionate impact of educational policies on these communities. At the same time, it is important to explore how accommodating religio-cultural identities positively impact the development of children from minority backgrounds, with the provision of Islamically-compliant student loans and state funded faith schools being but two examples of beneficial initiatives. At the same time, efforts must be undertaken to address unconscious bias as well as the overt bullying that children from minority backgrounds face. This must occur through targeted teacher training, prioritising PSE, supporting initiatives to decolonise education, and addressing unconscious and explicit stereotyping within teaching materials. Finally, increasing diversity levels within teaching is essential in providing role models for Muslim and BAME students that would directly impact their aspirations and educational attainment.
(Information obtained from:
https://www.mend.org.uk/…/MEND_Manifesto_Scotland_2021.pdf)
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