Poor Mehr is a familiar name for many Iranian families who are currently facing serious challenges in terms of education and living expenses. Hamed, the father of two daughters, clearly speaks about the heavy economic burden on his family. He has recently spent nearly eight million tomans on purchasing educational supplies for his daughters.
High Educational Costs
Hamed continues: “Besides tuition, a few days ago we spent nearly eight million tomans on buying paper, pencils, erasers, and other small items needed for the kids. We paid four million tomans for my daughter's school uniform, as she is going to preschool.” These figures clearly indicate the economic pressure on families, which not only affects the quality of life but can also jeopardize the educational future of their children.
Risk of Dropping Out
Given these costs, many families are forced to make difficult decisions. Hamed expresses his concerns about his daughters' continued education, saying: “If this trend continues, my daughters may not be able to continue their studies.” This statement not only reflects Hamed's worries but also symbolizes the larger social challenges that are emerging in Poor Mehr.
It seems that the economic situation in the country is progressing in such a way that families are at serious risk of their children dropping out of school. Hamed and others like him are just examples of millions of Iranians who are struggling in these difficult conditions and seeking a way to secure their children's future.
