On Saturday, March 5th, 2022, Positive Pathways Initiative, an NGO, organized a seminar on the emotional and psychological wellbeing of children and adolescents. The event took place at Ruqayya House (No. 1 Maiduguri road) in Kano and was attended by primary and secondary school heads and teachers (School Counsellors), as well as members of civil society groups.
The seminar aimed to address the mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents and how educators and community leaders could play a role in promoting their emotional and psychological wellbeing. Participants discussed the impact of stress, anxiety, and depression on young people and the importance of creating safe and supportive environments for them to thrive.
Speakers at the seminar emphasized the need for increased awareness and resources to address mental health issues in schools and communities. They also provided practical tools and strategies for educators to support the emotional and psychological wellbeing of their students.
Overall, the event was a valuable opportunity for participants to learn from experts in the field and connect with like-minded individuals working to improve the lives of children and adolescents.
The seminar aimed to address the mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents and how educators and community leaders could play a role in promoting their emotional and psychological wellbeing. Participants discussed the impact of stress, anxiety, and depression on young people and the importance of creating safe and supportive environments for them to thrive.
Speakers at the seminar emphasized the need for increased awareness and resources to address mental health issues in schools and communities. They also provided practical tools and strategies for educators to support the emotional and psychological wellbeing of their students.
Overall, the event was a valuable opportunity for participants to learn from experts in the field and connect with like-minded individuals working to improve the lives of children and adolescents.
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