Walking through the school gates on your first day at a new school can feel exciting on the surface, yet unsettling underneath. The uniform scratches at your neck, stiff and odd.The corridors seem to go on forever. Not a single familiar face in sight. For students facing a big school transition whether jumping from primary to high school or moving...
Helping young people succeed goes beyond providing basic education and meeting their basic needs. It means teaching them how to keep going when things get tough. Life for many young people can be full of challenges. Pressure to do well in school, meet expectations, and figure out who they are. Confronting these challenges can be overwhelming, especially when things don’t go...
Every year on August 12, the world comes together to celebrate International Youth Day (IYD). Established by the United Nations in 1999, the first IYD was celebrated on August 12, 2000. This day provides an opportunity for governments, organisations, and individuals to highlight and address the concerns affecting young people worldwide. Over the years, IYD has seen various youth organisations,...
