The video titled “Urgent Call to Action: Why Child Marriage Must End Now” draws attention to the importance of ensuring a happy and nurturing childhood for every child. It emphasizes the need for equal opportunities for girls to learn, play, and thrive, contributing to the development of a strong and prosperous nation. Child marriage is recognized as a violation of human rights, despite the existence of laws against it. Acknowledgement / Credit: UNFPA Pakistan
Child Rights in Focus
KARACHI: An experiment in homeschooling, which was started for underprivileged children some 37 years ago by renowned infectious disease specialist Dr Naseem Salahuddin, has borne its fruit as many of her students, who had begun their studies from the lawn of her house, have successfully joined different professions and careers later in their lives. The Citizen’s Education Development Foundation (CEDF), founded by Dr Salahuddin, organised an Appreciation Day for those teachers who participated in
Juvenile justice committees have been established in Hazara’s Haripur and Mansehra districts to provide legal aid to juveniles encountering legal hurdles. There are plans underway to inaugurate a committee in Abbottabad. Asad Saeed Khan, the President of the Haripur District Bar Association, highlighted the pivotal role these committees play in accordance with the Juvenile Justice Rules 2023. He committed to extending legal support through these committees. During a seminar on the juvenile justice system
PESHAWAR: Retired Justice Syed Arshad Hussain Shah, the interim Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, expressed deep concern on 22 Dec 2023 regarding the escalating use of drugs among students in educational institutions, highlighting the destructive impact on the youth. During a review meeting on the progress of the Khushhal Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Programme, Justice Shah emphasized the urgent need to combat drug abuse within schools and colleges. He urged relevant authorities to take immediate measures
The study titled “Parent’s Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices (KAP) Regarding Child Molestation Prevention: A Study of Child Molestation Cases in Pakistan” aims to investigate the knowledge, attitude, and practices of parents in district Multan regarding child molestation prevention. The research was conducted through a cross-sectional survey involving 385 parents who were selected using a systematic sampling technique. The data was collected using a questionnaire adapted from previous studies. The results were analyzed using statistical
Across educational institutions nationwide, there’s been a recent upsurge in the illicit use of drugs and tobacco, impacting students, administrative staff, and even faculty members. This concerning trend is fueled by societal lawlessness, facilitating easy access to illicit substances, alongside factors like escalating poverty and limited job opportunities. These concerns took center stage at a national conference titled ‘Substance Use Prevention and Treatment: Bridging the Gap Between Research and Practice,’ held at Karachi University’s
Lakki Marwat: At least 130 of 290 government schools for girls have been made functional in South Waziristan district to facilitate local students. According to Ghulam Fatima, the district education officer of South Waziristan, informed Daily Dawn that the schools had been non-functional for a long time. She said that after assuming charge of her office, she took it as a challenge and with the support of tribal elders made all such schools operational.
The Caretaker Minister for Education, Madad Ali Sindhi, visited the newly revamped F-6/3 school in Islamabad on 18 Dec 2023 and instructed the ministry to replicate the transformation in 20 additional schools within six weeks. This school recently underwent a modernization process, transitioning into a blended learning hub, thanks to support from a non-governmental organization. Praising the collaborative effort behind the F-6/3 school’s enhancements, the minister highlighted the significant improvements and urged for a
This impactful animated video by UNICEF emphasizes the urgent necessity of eradicating child marriage and promoting access to education for children.
The highlights report summarizes key findings from the Pakistan Education Statistics 2021-22 report published by the Pakistan Institute of Education. The report highlights various aspects of the education system in Pakistan, including the number of educational institutions, enrollment statistics, public-private divide, intake and participation rates, and out-of-school children. According to the report, Pakistan has a total of 313,418 educational institutions across all levels. Out of these, 73% are formal schools, 14% are religious schools, 8%
Busting Breastfeeding Myths and Fears” is an informative video presented by SALT which aims to provide insights into the health benefits associated with breastfeeding, tackling common challenges and offering practical tips to support a smoother breastfeeding journey for both mothers and babies.
The National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR) presents a comprehensive report detailing the array of initiatives undertaken to bolster minority rights across various provinces in Pakistan. This pivotal document encapsulates the strides made in addressing critical issues such as forced conversions, safeguarding places of worship, fortifying socio-economic rights, ensuring access to justice, and the protection of educational and political rights for minorities. Read Upholding Inclusivity: Minority Rights Initiatives 2022-2023