Educational inequalities in Insular Greece: Ethnicity, Class, Gender, and Policy Responses in a Mediterranean Context
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This article examines educational inequalities between insular and mainland Greece, focusing on how factors such as ethnicity, socioeconomic class, gender, and infrastructure development contribute to disparities in access, quality, and inclusivity. Greece’s geographical and cultural diversity presents unique challenges for uniformly applying educational policies, often leaving insular communities under-resourced and underserved. Through a comparative policy analysis, this study draws parallels with similar Mediterranean regions in Italy, France, and Spain, where insular and remote areas also face educational inequities. In these countries, targeted policies address challenges related to cultural inclusivity, digital infrastructure, and regional resource allocation, offering valuable insights for Greece. The findings suggest that Greece could benefit from adopting culturally responsive policies, improved teacher distribution strategies, and enhanced digital infrastructure, tailored specifically to its insular regions. By leveraging European Union frameworks and adapting successful practices from neighboring Mediterranean nations, Greece can work toward a more equitable education system. This approach not only aligns with European social cohesion goals but also supports the broader aim of ensuring educational opportunities for all students, regardless of geographic location or background.
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METAXOUDIS, E. (2026). Educational inequalities in Insular Greece: Ethnicity, Class, Gender, and Policy Responses in a Mediterranean Context. Κείμενα Παιδείας, (11), 159–174. https://doi.org/10.12681/keimena-paideias.42663
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