Nani Teig about the project:
We know that inequality in education has increased rapidly, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Educational inequality is a global problem that affects many countries, from the poorest to the richest. Students from low-income families are at exceptional risk of underachieving and dropping out of school. Nevertheless, despite having challenging home backgrounds, some students perform well at school. My Young CAS Fellow project will examine disadvantaged students who succeed despite the odds against them. These academically resilient students show what is possible and provide insight into supporting other students in reaching their full potential. This project will identify academically resilient students, the trend in proportions and factors related to their success. I believe that, given the right support, any school can offer children a fair chance to succeed in life, regardless of their background. Poverty does not need to be destiny.