Beacon of Hope

Beacon of Hope 

           Every single day gives us a new chance and hope. The same goes with the power that a child holds. Every child holds the beacon of hope for a brighter future. The National Children's Month celebration stands as our yearly reminder of the importance of guarding our future. With this year's theme, "Healthy, Nourished, Sheltered. Ensuring the life for all.", emphasizes the fundamental rights that a child deserve. It makes people, groups, and leaders consider the environments in which kids develop, learn, and play. This awareness is essential as it addresses problems like child abuse, neglect, and exploitation and to establish a safe environment where children can strive.

         As a student, how can I actually extend my hands in supporting the promotion of children's right? Firstly, I'd like to discuss health. Health is where everything begins. Without being healthy, a person wouldn't be able to live his or her life to the fullest. As they say, health is wealth. Health is the heart of a flourishing childhood. I can promote this insight of mine by using my voice through social media and raise awareness about how health can effect one's physical and emotional development.

            In addition, investing in a quality education for every child is important. Each child deserves a nourished academic knowledge. As a student, yes, I lack the means to create infrastructures that are for learning. But I can still help by supporting leaders whose view in education is the same as mine. 

     Lastly, I can support by donating and volunteering. Whether it may be donating financially or just simple things. Whether it may be volunteering in healthcare or educational programs. Whatever support it is, I know that it makes a difference. The involvement in those activities enhances the effort to ensure a brighter future for every child. 

        In conclusion, National Children's Month is a call to action, not just a ceremonial occasion. It urges society to reflect on its commitment to children's well-being and rights, prompting tangible measures toward establishing an environment in which every child can develop, study, and dream freely. Let us use this opportunity to remind ourselves that investing in our children today is an investment in a brighter future for all. Empower those who hold the beacon of hope. 

References:

Parks, R. (2022). Volunteers Needed! 

    https://ldbpac.ca/volunteers-needed/

Raising Children Network (2023). Child Health Issues and Tips: 1-5 years. 

     https://raisingchildren.net.au/toddlers/health-daily-care/health-concerns/young-children-s-health

Roces, V. (2020) The Meaning of Education and What Education Is Like for a Third World Country

     https://medium.com/@mtl1984/the-meaning-of-education-and-what-education-is-like-for-a-third-world-country-f0d28ac226a5

Tiny Owl Publishing (2022). Happy National Children's Day. 

          https://tinyowl.co.uk/happy-national-childrens-day-from-tiny-owl/

Yu, A. (2012) Ending child labor: Five kids leap into a brighter future. 

     https://www.worldvision.org/child-protection-news-stories/ending-child-labor-kids-brighter-future