Abkhazia rejects allegations of initiating a fresh patriotic education initiative
In early August, Abkhazian President Badra Gunba and Russian Education Minister Sergei Kravtsov met to discuss the topic of patriotic education in Abkhazian schools. One of the key points of discussion was the introduction of a new role, the teacher-mentor, in the field of education.
According to First Deputy Head of the Russian Presidential Administration, Sergei Kiriyenko, who spoke about mentor teachers in a meeting in Sukhumi on 11 July, these teachers are expected to help preserve cultural identity and traditional values in Abkhazia. However, Abkhazia's Education Minister Hanna Gunba has denied reports that the Education Ministry has taken additional measures to promote patriotic education of students and teachers.
The exact number of teacher-mentors being recruited is not specified, but applications for these positions can be submitted through the Education Ministry's website and require an interview. The salary for mentor teachers is expected to be approximately ₽40,000 ($500) per month, although it is not disclosed in the latest statement by Education Minister Gunba.
The role and responsibilities of teacher-mentors have not been clarified in the latest statement, but based on best practices, proposals for the functionality and integration of teacher-mentors into the school environment were formulated during the meeting.
Teachers in Sukhumi express skepticism towards the introduction of mentor teachers, stating a need for specialized teachers instead. Outside of Sukhumi, some teachers agree to the idea of mentor teachers if Russia pays their salaries. Local parents have mixed opinions about the introduction of mentor teachers, with some expressing concern about the potential for politicization and a lack of focus on academic subjects.
Another parent supports the idea of mentor teachers due to concerns about student behavior and the lack of traditional values being taught. Particular attention was paid to the role of the new specialist during the meeting, with the importance of preserving cultural identity and systemic educational work being emphasized by the Abkhazian President.
There are no relevant search results available regarding the organization responsible for recruiting mentor teachers in schools in Abkhazia or the training they receive. The timeline for the implementation of the teacher-mentor program is not specified in the latest statement by Education Minister Gunba. However, the recruitment process for teacher-mentors is ongoing, with applications being accepted as of 21 July.
Abkhazia's Education Minister, Hanna Gunba, has announced the establishment of a center for ideological and moral education in Abkhazia. According to Kiriyenko, Abkhazia cannot blindly copy the Russian model, as there is a significant difference in mentality and reality. This suggests that the teacher-mentor program in Abkhazia may be tailored to suit the unique needs and cultural identity of the region.
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