New Data Shows Gender Separation Crucial for Ultra-Orthodox Students in Israeli Academia
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First reported by Arutz Sheva · 5 hours ago
What happened
New data from Israel's Council for Higher Education shows 42% of ultra-Orthodox students would quit academia without gender-segregated programs. The findings come amid parliamentary debates on a bill permitting gender separation in advanced degrees, highlighting its necessity for Haredi academic participation. MK Tzvi Sukkot emphasized the bill offers choice, aiming to increase Haredi integration into higher education and employment.
- 0142% of ultra-Orthodox students would leave academia if gender separation is canceled.
- 0269% prefer dedicated gender-segregated study tracks; 87% value separate classrooms.
- 0358% of arts students cite gender separation as a condition for enrollment.
- 04MK Tzvi Sukkot says opponents of separation risk closing academic doors to Haredim.
- 05The bill allows separate advanced degree tracks, subject to Council for Higher Education approval.
- 06Bar-Ilan University’s supportive program helps Haredi students overcome social isolation.
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