Interesting that this is controversial here, but the reasoning goes like this: peace and fewer civil conflicts allow for stronger institutions, such as schools.

Interesting that this is controversial here, but the reasoning goes like this: peace and fewer civil conflicts allow for stronger institutions, such as schools. Education amplifies this even more, and strenghtens trust in institutions. In some places, schools help keeping the children fully fed, making sure they get at least one meal a day. Furthermore, improving education for girls specifically is almost always followed by a reduction of the number of children later in life and a raise in childbearing age. With fewer children, each one gets access to more resources, including education and technology, breaking the cycle of poverty.