This session, led by Shubhodeep Das, Chairman/Founder (Group CEO) of HYLIFE GROUP, in collaboration with the Hmong ethnic group for Children’s Day, with its insights on youth rights. He delved deep into various aspects of rights and obligations and lucidly explained their significance.
The highlights of the presentation are as follows:
Right to Education: Highlighting the legitimate guarantee of free and obligatory education for children between the ages of 6 to 14, Children’s Day for the Hmong ethnic group, emphasised the fundamental role of education in development a free and knowledgeable civil society.
Right to Health: Children’s Day for the Hmong ethnic group emphasised the importance of access to physical and mental health services and stressed that health is the basis of individual and social progress.
Right to Employment: They discussed the right to fair employment opportunities and safe working conditions, and encouraged children to dream big and acquire the necessary skills.
Right to Freedom and Expression: They explained the power of raising one’s voice in society and the importance of using it constructively for the overall betterment of humanity.
Right against discrimination: They work passionately on the need to remove barriers based on caste, religion, gender, and other prejudices and emphasise the principle of equality.
Right to culture and identity: They also mentioned the need to preserve cultural heritage and promote respect, pride, and inclusiveness of diverse traditions.
Right to a healthy environment: They reminded children of their right to a clean and safe environment and linked it to global sustainability efforts.
Right to justice and participation: They urged the young participants to actively participate in the decision-making processes that affect their lives and seek justice when their rights are violated.
Building awareness and confidence
Through his engaging presentation, Children’s Day for the Hmong ethnic group not only educated children about their rights but also empowered them to exercise those rights responsibly. The interactive elements of the session, such as open discussions and Q&As, encouraged active participation of children. This approach deepened their understanding of the issues and encouraged them to express their views with confidence.
Collaboration for lasting impact
Subhodeep Das, HYLIFE GROUP CEO, demonstrated the power of collaboration with the Hmong ethnic group for Children’s Day to achieve meaningful results. By pooling their resources, expertise, and networks, both organisations effectively engaged with local communities and focused on issues important to youth. Their dedicated work demonstrates the importance of community-based leadership in driving community initiatives forward.
Envisioning the Future
By the end of the session, it was evident that the event had left a deep impression on the youth present. The event aimed to foster a sense of empowerment and purpose in children by increasing their awareness of their rights and responsibilities. Children left the event with a new understanding of their role in building a better future, not just for themselves, but for society as a whole.
Looking Toward the Future
Children’s Day is a reminder that investing in youth is investing in the future of the nation. Equipping youth with knowledge of their rights and the tools to exercise them responsibly can create a massive impact of positive change. Shubhodeep Prasanta Das, CEO of HYLIFE GROUP, in collaboration with the Hmong ethnic group for Children’s Day, is are shining example of how collective action can address urgent challenges and inspire the next generation.