WEBINAR | “The Impact of COVID-19 on Children’s Rights and Well-being - The Role of Religious Communities.”

Host Organization: 
Arigatou International
Date & Time: 
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 - 9:00am to 10:30am
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“Faith in Action for Children”

Arigatou International launched a global campaign titled “Faith in Action for Children” calling on religious leaders and religious communities to increase their actions in response to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children.

This is the first in a series of webinars, organized as part of the global campaign. Future webinars on a range of related issues are forthcoming in April and May 2020.

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The United Nations secretary-general has reported a global surge in domestic-based violence linked to COVID-19. Several factors contribute to heighten the risk of violence at home such as higher levels of stress, school and business closures, loss of income and economic vulnerability, family confinement, isolation and loss of access to support systems.

When violence occurs, religious leaders and communities have an important role to play to raise awareness about the impact of violence and protection mechanisms, provide counseling to families, and support the victims of violence.

Join us as we discuss the direct and indirect impact of the COVID-19 national measures on children’s rights and well-being, and reflect on the role of religious leaders and communities as key influencers of millions of people. Explore with us concrete examples of faith communities supporting children’s safety and well-being during the pandemic.

Panelists:

  • Dr. Najat Maalla, Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Violence against Children
  • Prof. Benyam Dawit Mezmur, UN Committee on the Rights of the Child, Member of the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child and Deputy Dean University of the Western Cape, South Africa. 
  • Dr. Vinu Aram, Child Health Practitioner and President of Shanti Ashram, Member  of Advisory Group of Arigatou International, Co-Moderator of Religions for Peace and Board member of KAICIID
  • Rabbi Diana S. Gerson, Associate Executive Vice President of the New York Board of Rabbis (NYBR)  
  • Rev. Fred Nyabera, Director End Child Poverty, Arigatou International 
Tags: 
COVID-19, interfaith, child rights, child protection

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