On February 28, the first National Development Plan (PND) was published in the Official Diary of the Federation under the administration of Mexico's first female president. While the recognition of the feminization of poverty in the PND is highlighted as progress, it is emphasized that education must be seen as the foundation of national development and not as a political tool without real impact.
The document states that 21% of women experience educational lag, but it emphasizes the lack of a detailed analysis on how to remove the structural barriers that limit women in the educational system. Although initiatives like a National Care System to address childcare are proposed, significant gaps remain regarding their implementation and quality.
It is criticized that despite mentioning education as a universal right, there is little clarity on how to guarantee effective and relevant learning for a competitive world. Gender inequality and violence in schools are identified as systemic problems that require decisive actions and political will to be addressed effectively.
Although the PND presents proposals such as the expansion of universal scholarships and extended school hours, there is a question about the lack of clarity on how these measures will guarantee real learning for children and youth. The importance of not only ensuring access to education but also offering quality learning that prepares individuals for an increasingly complex world is emphasized.
Finally, there is a strong emphasis on the need for comprehensive policies that modify the culture of unpaid work and promote shared responsibility at home to achieve true progress in educational and gender equity in Mexico.
