Today’s session focused on the application of Children’s Rights in real life through roleplaying. Two scenarios were discussed: (a). A girl child is raped by her uncle. She has four options. Report the matter to: 1. The Police 2. The Aunty (Wife to the perpetrator) 3. Her Parents 4. The Church Leader (Pastor) (b) After…
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The Children’s Code-12 Initiative (CC-12) is one of the flagship programs under the Visionary Students Initiative-VSI. The initiative seeks to raise awareness on the importance of promoting and protecting children’s rights in Zambia. The CC-12 gives children an opportunity to take full ownership of their law—Children’s Code Act 12, 2022 for their own benefit and…
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VSI is thrilled to have been invited by Women in Governance Zambia to a one-day GBV workshop. The Workshop was graced by Her Honor the former Vice President of Zambia Mrs. Inonge Mutukwa Wina. The workshop sought to foster an understanding around child protection and women’s rights through participation in governance structures. Congratulations team WGZ,…
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As part of the Mental Health Community-Zambia, VSI joined mental health advocates at this year`s mental health conference that was held at Lusaka`s Chainama Hills Lecture Theatre on 19th November, 2022. The meeting was convened under the theme, “Strengthening Mental Health Advocacy in Zambia.” The conference sought to bring together mental health advocates, health experts…
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VSI is pleased to have participated in the workshop on women’s participation in politics organized by NGOCC. The workshop shared findings from a comparative desk analysis on the most appropriate legal framework that would enhance women’s participation in politics. VSI was represented by Ms. Cecelia Abba—VSI Resources Mobilization Officer. VSI is grateful to Women in…
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Children’s rights are a subset of human rights with particular attention to the rights to survival, development, and be protected. The Children’s Code Act No. 12 of 2020 encourages everyone to safeguard the best interests of children. Today, the Visionary Students Initiative-VSI participated in an event on Children’s Rights that was organized by the Legacy…
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As a community of people, we must create an enabling environment for children to experience and grow in a safe and healthy place. We must give children the security they need to develop, flourish, and realize their hopes and dreams. VSI and its partners are committed to promoting and protecting children`s rights. Today`s outreach was…
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VSI and its partners —Women in Governance, Joyce & Friends Foundation, and Phakama Africa conducted a special lecture on crosscutting issues stretching from Menstrual Hygiene Management, Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights, and Principles of Governance to Climate Change. These issues are critical to the well-being of society and its people. We remain committed to providing…
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VSI joined like-minded NGOs, Councillor Karma Bwalya Jawara- Chawama Ward 2 , and the Ward Development Committee for a community sensitization program on cross-cutting issues bordering on Child protection, mental health, menstruation, principles of good governance among others. The sensitization program draws its strength from the Sustainable Development Goals, Pillars of the National Development Plan,…
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Children’s Care facilities are at the centre of shaping, protecting and nurturing vulnerable children in society. Through our On-site Training programs, we frequent these facilities to equip children and care givers with information and resources on cross cutting issues affecting our communities and national development. All children should enjoy the rights enshrined in the relevant…
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