Manama: The National Institution for Human Rights (NIHR): in cooperation with FranklinCovey Education - Middle East, the "Smile" Initiative, and the Al-Kooheji Charity Foundation, has launched a training programme aimed at promoting and protecting the rights of children.
According to Bahrain News Agency, this programme, named the Child Rights Leaders programme, operates under the slogan "You Have the Right". It is conducted within the framework of a memorandum of understanding with FranklinCovey Education - Middle East and is a crucial component of the Child Rights Commissioner's 2024 - 2025 strategy.
This initiative marks the first of its kind in the Gulf region and specifically targets Bahraini youth aged 12 to 18, with a focus on Friends of the Child Rights Commissioner. The programme is designed to empower these young individuals to advocate for their peers' rights, address childhood-related challenges, and influence policy-making in their best interests. This aligns with Bahrain's Vision 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals.
The training is based on the "Seven Habits" principles developed by FranklinCovey, a globally recognized framework for character and leadership development. It aims to enhance participants' leadership, communication, and teamwork skills, thereby equipping them to make a meaningful impact within their communities.
This collaboration among NIHR, educational entities, and charitable organizations underscores the significance of community partnership in safeguarding child rights. It aims to nurture a generation that is aware of its rights and duties, capable of voicing its concerns in both institutional and societal forums.