« World view that should be banned children »
In 2024, the worst year has been mentioned so far for children in light of conflict around the world. The contribution of the Icelandic Committee of UNICEF to international projects is the highest of all national committees, and in this country is also one of the largest number of world parents based on the headline.
This was stated at the UNICEF Annual General Meeting in Iceland, which took place earlier today.
It also stated that Iceland is among the nations that excel in the welfare of children, according to newer UNICEF Annual Report in Iceland.
« » The world needs good role models now, it matters hugely. in a conversation with journalist mbl.is at the annual meeting.
« All hands and fleas on tires »
UNICEF in Iceland receives grants from various sources, not only from people but also from animals. But a dog is known to strengthen the issue.
« I think here all the hands and fleas on the tire need. UNICEF’s project has never been bigger.
The world to become more dangerous
« We are seeing adult people making big decisions such as arms purchases, military structure and reversal from climate change projects. They think these are all decisions that have nothing to do with children.
Children’s rights are based on adult consciousness
Asked if adults are sufficiently aware of the rights of children, Birna replies: « Children’s rights rest that adults know the rights. I think in Iceland many people are aware of the rights of children than in many other places. The tasks we are working with municipalities and schools have achieved great results in this regard. The children’s treaty. «
She adds that the implementation of the treaty is successful in this country, but it is a project that requires a lot of work and needs many arrests.
« Is there room for the kids? »
On election which will be held on May 27 in the world, Vigdís’ house at the University of Iceland, the Spotlight will be directed to the position of children in the greater states of the world, including in Iceland. There, the report « Report Card 19 » will be presented, which examines, among other things, mental health, performance in school and physical health of children. The seminar entitled « Is there room for the children? » Is held in collaboration with Home and School and the School of Education at the University of Iceland. The house opens at 8:30 and the morning coffee will be offered before the program begins.
