Keep her in school

This initiative to enroll a school dropout into a vocational school through the school reopening support program is a powerful step toward breaking cycles of poverty and exclusion. Building on that, I would add a focus on wraparound support services. Enrolling her is vital, but retention and success require more. Many teenage mothers face childcare gaps, transportation barriers, and emotional stress. I would propose establishing a small on-site childcare cooperative where vocational students take turns caring for children during class hours, paired with a mentorship buddy system—an older female graduate from the same program who can offer guidance and encouragement.

Additionally, flexible class schedules (e.g., allowing makeup hours on weekends) and a modest stipend for materials and transport could remove practical hurdles. Crucially, the vocational school should offer a "mother-friendly" trade—such as tailoring, hairdressing, or catering—where she can later work from home or set her own hours. Finally, linking her to a peer support group of other young mothers in the program would normalize her experience and reduce isolation. This holistic approach transforms enrollment from a symbolic gesture into a genuine pathway to economic independence and dignity. By combining education, childcare, mentorship, and flexibility, we don’t just open a school door—we build a bridge to a sustainable future for her and her child