GNRC Kenya committee was launched on 27th October 2022 in a hybrid event held at the Savelberg Retreat Centre in Nairobi, Kenya. The event brought together sixty-two participants, from the Christian, Islamic, and Sikh faiths, in a bid to strengthen and reinvigorate the Network.
The event began with prayers from two children from Tenderlings Primary School, and welcome remarks from Sheikh. Ramadhan Aula, Coordinator, GNRC Kenya.
“Children are very important, and are at the heart of what we do, building a better world for them. I challenge all of you to treat children as partners in creating a better world.”
Dr. Mustafa Y. Ali, Secretary General, GNRC
Dr. Dorcas Kiplagat, Programs and Network Coordinator, GNRC, thanked the participants for the work they have done and continue to do for children. Rev. Fred Nyabera, Director, End Child Poverty (ECP), congratulated GNRC Kenya for launching its committee and emphasized the need to end child poverty.
A representative from World Vision Kenya, Mr. Fredrick Kasuku, highlighted the presence of World Vision Kenya in thirty-seven counties, and spoke of partnerships between Arigatou International and World Vision, working to alleviate children’s problems. He stressed the need for community capacity building as an essential part of the well-being of children.
GNRC Kenya members took turns sharing the activities they do from various parts of the country. Sheikh Ramadhan shared activities done towards preventing and countering violent extremism and terrorism, Rev. Kenneth Wachianga spoke of the progress made by children he had taken in after they had been abandoned, Ms. Zam Obed shared on the sports activities held to engage children, Mr. Harold Kipchumba shared on the agricultural projects he was doing to empower his community, and Mr. Charles Masheti shared on capacity building activities for women to start their businesses and provide for their families.
Sheikh Ramadhan Aula, Coordinator, GNRC Kenya
Religious leaders, Sheikh Ibrahim Lethome, Secretary General, Center for Sustainable Conflict Resolution (CSCR), from the Islamic faith, Ms. Rattan Channa of the Sikh community, and Sr. Christine Mwikali from the Christian community acknowledged the work done for children by GNRC Kenya members and highlighted the significant role religious leaders have in nurturing the wellbeing of children.
Sheikh Ramadhan introduced the members of the GNRC Kenya Committee, Ramadhan Aula, GNRC Coordinator, Rev Maria Menego, Secretary, Charles Amalavu Masheti, Organising Secretary, Harold Kipchumba, Representing People with Disability, Rev. Kenneth Wachianga and Ms. Zam Obed, Advisors, Jay Salim, Youth Advisor, David Odongo and Jassim Juma-Children Representatives then Dr. Mustafa pronounced the committee officially launched. Children cut a cake as a symbolic act of the launch.
The post <strong>GNRC Kenya Committee Launch</strong> appeared first on Global Network of Religions for Children.
The post GNRC Kenya Committee Launch appeared first on Arigatou International.
On 15th September 2022, GNRC Burundi launched its committee, in a bid to strengthen and reinvigorate the Network. The launch took place in Bujumbura, Burundi, bringing together thirty-eight participants, in a hybrid event, that included faith leaders, women, men, and children.
Ms. Sandrine Nkurunziza, Coordinator, GNRC Burundi, gave the participants an overview of GNRC Burundi’s work involving teaching individuals about Gender Based Violence (GBV), and advocacy campaigns for ending violence against children.
Dr. Dorcas Kiplagat, Programs and Network Coordinator, GNRC, gave a presentation on the GNRC and its work, mentioning the importance of a multi-stakeholder and interfaith corporation to advocate for children’s well-being in Burundi.
Rev. Fred Nyabera, Director, End Child Poverty (ECP), commended GNRC Burundi for their work towards ending child poverty. Mr. Gerald Acho, Programs Lead, ECP, introduced the ECP@10 campaign, meant to celebrate End Child Poverty’s (an initiative by Arigatou International) tenth anniversary. He informed the participants that the campaign was to appreciate GNRC members and volunteers, who conduct programs towards ending child poverty and promoting the well-being of children.
The Coordinator thanked Arigatou International and the GNRC secretariat for their support and introduced the committee members. Dr. Mustafa Y. Ali, Secretary General, GNRC, congratulated GNRC Burundi on the launch and reiterated Arigatou International’s support to continue building and strengthening the network, as well as creating a safe world for children.
Children present at the launch recited a poem in which they emphasized the importance of peace at home and in society.
The participants, led by children, cut a cake, and lit candles as a symbolic act to commemorate the committee launch.
The post <strong>GNRC Burundi Committee Launch</strong> appeared first on Global Network of Religions for Children.
The post GNRC Burundi Committee Launch appeared first on Arigatou International.
On 15th September 2022, GNRC Burundi launched its committee, in a bid to strengthen and reinvigorate the Network. The launch took place in Bujumbura, Burundi, bringing together thirty-eight participants, in a hybrid event, that included faith leaders, women, men, and children.
Ms. Sandrine Nkurunziza, Coordinator, GNRC Burundi, gave the participants an overview of GNRC Burundi’s work involving teaching individuals about Gender Based Violence (GBV), and advocacy campaigns for ending violence against children.
Dr. Dorcas Kiplagat, Programs and Network Coordinator, GNRC, gave a presentation on the GNRC and its work, mentioning the importance of a multi-stakeholder and interfaith corporation to advocate for children’s well-being in Burundi.
Rev. Fred Nyabera, Director, End Child Poverty (ECP), commended GNRC Burundi for their work towards ending child poverty. Mr. Gerald Acho, Programs Lead, ECP, introduced the ECP@10 campaign, meant to celebrate End Child Poverty’s (an initiative by Arigatou International) tenth anniversary. He informed the participants that the campaign was to appreciate GNRC members and volunteers, who conduct programs towards ending child poverty and promoting the well-being of children.
The Coordinator thanked Arigatou International and the GNRC secretariat for their support and introduced the committee members. Dr. Mustafa Y. Ali, Secretary General, GNRC, congratulated GNRC Burundi on the launch and reiterated Arigatou International’s support to continue building and strengthening the network, as well as creating a safe world for children.
Children present at the launch recited a poem in which they emphasized the importance of peace at home and in society.
The participants, led by children, cut a cake, and lit candles as a symbolic act to commemorate the committee launch.
The post <strong>GNRC Burundi Committee Launch</strong> appeared first on Global Network of Religions for Children.
The post GNRC Burundi Committee Launch appeared first on Arigatou International.
GNRC Romania committee was launched on 3rd September 2022 in Sinaia, Romania. In a hybrid event themed Building an interfaith-inspired world for our children, our responsibility for their future, the launch brought together forty-four participants, including school representatives, religious leaders, experts in education, and psychologists, in a bid to strengthen and reinvigorate the Network.
Ms. Laura Molnar, Coordinator, GNRC Romania, welcomed the participants to the launch and thanked them for their attendance, mentioning the uniting mission of making the world a better place for children.
In his remarks, Dr. Mustafa Y. Ali, Secretary General, GNRC, commended the work by GNRC Romania, to promote the well-being of children through child-focused programs, especially with refugees, from Ukraine, and programs that promote values for peaceful coexistence. He assured GNRC Romania of the support from the secretariat as they continue to advocate for the rights and well-being of children.
GNRC Romania youth members, Tudor, and Rebeca, shared their experiences as GNRC members, and expressed their gratitude for all they had learned through GNRC Romania, stating, “We strongly believe that everyone is capable of changing the world for the better.”
Ms. Maria Lucia Uribe, Director, Ethics Education for Children, commended the work of GNRC Romania stating, “As Arigatou International – Geneva, we appreciate the selfless work you passionately do for children even with limited resources.” She also shared the plans to launch a tool kit on the Spiritual Development of Children in Early Childhood, on the Day of Prayer and Action for Children 2022, in Rome.
Ms. Nyambura Gichuki, Programs Officer, End Child Poverty, applauded GNRC Romania for their work, and presented the ECP@10 campaign, urging everyone present to make a pledge towards ending child poverty.
A faith leader from the Orthodox community, Czacu Gabriel, expressed his delight to be part of GNRC, where he continues to learn how best to advocate for children’s rights. He also expressed his gratitude to Arigatou International for launching the GNRC, which continues to benefit children at the grassroots level in Romania and the world.
Dr. Mustafa proclaimed GNRC Romania’s committee officially launched, after which there was an exhibition of art by children as a symbolic gesture of the launch.
The post <strong>GNRC Romania Committee Launch</strong> appeared first on Global Network of Religions for Children.
The post GNRC Romania Committee Launch appeared first on Arigatou International.
GNRC Romania committee was launched on 3rd September 2022 in Sinaia, Romania. In a hybrid event themed Building an interfaith-inspired world for our children, our responsibility for their future, the launch brought together forty-four participants, including school representatives, religious leaders, experts in education, and psychologists, in a bid to strengthen and reinvigorate the Network.
Ms. Laura Molnar, Coordinator, GNRC Romania, welcomed the participants to the launch and thanked them for their attendance, mentioning the uniting mission of making the world a better place for children.
In his remarks, Dr. Mustafa Y. Ali, Secretary General, GNRC, commended the work by GNRC Romania, to promote the well-being of children through child-focused programs, especially with refugees, from Ukraine, and programs that promote values for peaceful coexistence. He assured GNRC Romania of the support from the secretariat as they continue to advocate for the rights and well-being of children.
GNRC Romania youth members, Tudor, and Rebeca, shared their experiences as GNRC members, and expressed their gratitude for all they had learned through GNRC Romania, stating, “We strongly believe that everyone is capable of changing the world for the better.”
Ms. Maria Lucia Uribe, Director, Ethics Education for Children, commended the work of GNRC Romania stating, “As Arigatou International – Geneva, we appreciate the selfless work you passionately do for children even with limited resources.” She also shared the plans to launch a tool kit on the Spiritual Development of Children in Early Childhood, on the Day of Prayer and Action for Children 2022, in Rome.
Ms. Nyambura Gichuki, Programs Officer, End Child Poverty, applauded GNRC Romania for their work, and presented the ECP@10 campaign, urging everyone present to make a pledge towards ending child poverty.
A faith leader from the Orthodox community, Czacu Gabriel, expressed his delight to be part of GNRC, where he continues to learn how best to advocate for children’s rights. He also expressed his gratitude to Arigatou International for launching the GNRC, which continues to benefit children at the grassroots level in Romania and the world.
Dr. Mustafa proclaimed GNRC Romania’s committee officially launched, after which there was an exhibition of art by children as a symbolic gesture of the launch.
The post <strong>GNRC Romania Committee Launch</strong> appeared first on Global Network of Religions for Children.
The post GNRC Romania Committee Launch appeared first on Arigatou International.
