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Madhya Pradesh Children Speak Out on Learning, Education, and Climate Change

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Forty-five adolescents from 18 districts of Madhya Pradesh gathered at AICUF Ashram in Bhopal to express their views on critical issues affecting their lives, including learning, education, and climate change. The children shared their challenges, experiences, and suggestions for addressing these challenges as part of the Madhya Pradesh children state forum meeting, organized by Nine is Mine network in association with UNICEF.

Key Takeaways:

  • The children expressed concern about the challenges they face in learning, particularly after the COVID-19 pandemic, and emphasized the need for focus on disability and gender equality.
  • They highlighted the pressing issues of water and air pollution, which they believe affect not only their health but also their quality of life.
  • The children suggested addressing these challenges through active participation and engagement, emphasizing that it is their right to be heard and involved in decision-making processes.
  • Education specialists from UNICEF, including FA Jami and WASH Officer Narendar Singh Chouhan, listened to the children's concerns and provided guidance on learning and climate change, respectively.
  • Joint Director Suresh Tomar emphasized the importance of child participation and the need to listen to children, while Amitabh Anuragi encouraged children to use existing forums, such as child cabinets, to bring up issues they see in schools.
  • The children also appreciated the motivation from OSD Praveen Gangrade, who encouraged them to continue learning new skills.

Statistics:

  • 45 adolescents from 18 districts of Madhya Pradesh participated in the forum.
  • The children discussed challenges in learning, particularly after the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • They emphasized the need for focus on disability and gender equality.
  • The children highlighted the pressing issues of water and air pollution.
  • The event was organized by Nine is Mine network in association with UNICEF.

Sources:

  • Indian National Press (Bombay) Pvt. Ltd. (publisher)
  • Contify.com (distributor)
  • UNICEF India (organization)
  • Madhya Pradesh children state forum (event)
  • Nine is Mine network (organization)
  • Child Rights Observatory (organization)

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