Introduction
On Saturday, March 22, 2025 ay Angono Kalayaan Community Center, we had the privilege to conduct an insightful and interactive convention dedicated to raising awareness about the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC). The event, which was divided into two sessions, aimed to educate young minds about their fundamental rights in an engaging and meaningful way.
Event Overview
While the local sports festival impacted attendance, we were still able to connect with 63 children—29 in the morning session and 34 in the afternoon. Although the turnout was smaller than expected, the energy was high, the discussions were meaningful, and the activities kept everyone engaged.
Morning Session (29 Kids)
The morning session kicked off with an interactive short lecture that introduced the 10 rights of children. The children were eager to learn, and we used a flip chart to present each right clearly and creatively. The session focused on rights such as the right to education, the right to be heard, and the right to protection from harm. After each point, we opened the floor for discussions, allowing the kids to share their thoughts and experiences.
Afternoon Session (34 Kids)
In the afternoon, the group of 34 children was just as enthusiastic as the morning crowd. After the lecture on children’s rights, we hosted related games to further deepen their understanding. The games were designed to engage the children in a hands-on way, making the concepts of rights feel relevant to their daily lives.
Highlights of the Day:
Flip Chart Lecture: The session began with a visual presentation using a flip chart, where we covered all 10 rights of the child. From the right to identity and nationality to the right to leisure, the children were actively involved in discussing each topic.
Interactive Discussions: After the flip chart lecture, we engaged the children in open discussions. Many children shared their thoughts about what these rights mean for them in their communities, schools, and homes. Their answers were thoughtful and showed that they were already aware of their rights in some form.
Educational Games: The afternoon session had rights-based games that incorporated role-playing and group activities. Through these games, children learned the importance of rights and how they can protect and advocate for them in real-life scenarios.
Conclusion
Although the attendance was smaller due to the sports festival, the event was a huge success. The children left with a better understanding of their rights and how they can protect and respect the rights of others.
A big thank you to all the kids who joined, the facilitators who led the sessions, and everyone who helped make the day possible. We’re excited to host more educational, fun events like this in the future to empower our community’s young people.
Upcoming Events:
Stay tuned for more workshops and events coming soon to promote children’s rights and well-being!
