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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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