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We are drowning - literally
The beautiful Arctic scenery, the icecaps and icebergs are disappearing. And it is our fault. Since the industrial revolution, more coal and oil are being burnt, hence the levels of carbon dioxide and methane have been skyrocketing - causing world temperatures to rise, and ice melting at an unnatural rate. Indeed, evidence shows that 95% of the world’s thickest and oldest sea ice (frozen sea water) has already melted, and one third of the world’s remaining glaciers (formed on land) will be gone by 2100. The natural thaw-freeze up cycles are being disrupted by human actions, for example ice...
The power of words
Can you imagine a world without words? It would be chaos. Many times we take them for granted, just as a way of communicating what we want or need. And they actually do that, but at the same time they do something bigger. Words are powerful. Whether you write or speak them, they do have an impact on you and the others. They express feelings and share knowledge. They can change someones mood completely and ignite a spark in them. That´s why writing is an extraordinary experience. It´s not just jotting down symbols that form words, it’s a way of expressing what you feel or think. Hence why you...
Learning To Love My Own Skin
I was born in India, but I was raised in a relatively large county in the South of England. Not quite the hustle and bustle of London, but also not comparable to the quiet of endless country fields. The town itself was a beautiful blend of peace, and excitement, and without a doubt the only place I would ever want to grow up. From cobbled highstreets, friendly locals, and beautiful English greenery, I have to admit my upbringing was gentle and reserved. So, when I began to feel lost, I didn’t understand why. Yet as I grew into my formative teenage years, I couldn’t shake the feeling that...
Education: My right, my fight, not a privilege.
Education for long has been either an excuse to appreciate someone for their achievements or something annoying to a few. But who decides who will have access to education and who will not? In the modern world, we are facing copious crises and scarcity of quality education is just one of many. I have had the privilege of receiving quality education since childhood; that's what makes me confident, self-efficient and also knowledgeable. But what about those who deserve education but can't access it due to their dire conditions? My idea is to spread education, the fruit of knowledge. In Indian...
The way of the universe
It was empty but there was no empty space. Everything existed yet was still, silent - dead. This was the way of the universe. There was a spark. A traitor among them, twitched, moved- formed. An almighty shatter. Their ties broken, Their net cut, their cage lifted. And the way of the universe was irrevocably changed. The universe instantly recoiled, Completion was the one thing they longed for, circling each other, Reins of force pulled by a desperate universe, loosened. Matter violently jerked into existence, Yet they were still unsatisfied, For this was the way of the universe, Overcoming...
This Dreadful Educational Crisis
Education is a powerful tool and the antidote to a flourishing nation. Education has empowered minds and taken individuals to beautiful destinations. Each and every individual, regardless of beliefs, socio-economic status, race, sex, gender etc. is worthy of the gift of Knowledge, for which the currency is Education. This world has witnessed a delightful rise in the literacy rate and the enrollment of children and young people in school and higher education. This change was much desired and very welcome indeed for developing countries like mine, Bangladesh, in South Asia and beyond, where...
Culture and my survival as a young woman
Growing up I have always been told I should conform to culture, practices, norms and beliefs. Growing up I have always asked the questions "Why is culture mostly applied to women and not men?" "Why does it affect women more?" "Why does culture favour men and not women?" "Why not both sexes?" Reality sinks in on how women are subjected to cultural norms and practices that infringe on their rights and free will. On daily basis, I witness how culture places emphasis on how and why men are to be respected and not women. In The Zambian culture when a woman is about to get married, she is subjected...
#LetMeLearn It's time to stop the inequality child refugees face in education
With the Covid 19 pandemic, the education of us children has been significantly affected. Unfortunately, the schooling of refugee children who are displaced from their homes and countries is much more impacted, causing them to lose hope for tomorrow. The lucky ones try to continue their education by connecting to their teachers from their home country through their mobile phones. I observed this situation with the Ukrainian child refugees I had the opportunity to meet last June. Some try to hold on to their academic life with teachers provided by institutions such as UNICEF, as I witnessed...
The impact of Covid-19 on education worldwide
In the 21st century, no one can go far without proper education, yet so many children around this globe do not get the opportunity to get educated. Why would this still be happening even though all of us know that education is the main priority to prepare children to face this big world in the future? All I can say about this, is mention the ignorance of the governments and the community for not taking the education system seriously. Every child deserves an education, and there are plenty of ways to solve this problem. Not only the governments but the NGOs also have to be active in helping...
A Story of Kindness
You don't always need to engage with a community or club to help people. You can do it in other ways. Let me share a story. Ever since I got admitted to school, I never found my fellow classmates unsupportive. They were always there to support me unconditionally. No one ever bullied me. No one ever asked me embarrassing questions. They always extended their hands to help me – both literally and metaphorically. Without a question or hesitation, they accepted me as a part of them, so naturally. In college, I again found myself surrounded by warm and kind classmates. They stand up for me whenever...
Education for persons with disabilities
I stand tall to raise my voice as a #LetMeLearn campaign supporter, focusing on children and youth with disabilities. This group deserves unrivaled access to opportunities in the educational arena, where learning takes the centre stage. The right to education is a fundamental right as enshrined in key doctrines within my country, like the Constitution, the Persons with Disabilities Act and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD). The provisions set in these statutes grant these learners the authority to advance their education to the levels they fully...
#LetMeLearn "Look Them Up"
Technology-based learning is fun. But for a country with an unequal economy like Indonesia, it's complicated. Not all students have these opportunities. They cannot use technology wisely for their learning process. They have a tendency to use the facilities they have just for entertainment. Learning is not only about technological developments, but the most important thing is student progress. It is about how much the student can accept the given knowledge. This is also related to the increase in students' interest in learning. Don't create a system that puts too much pressure on students in...
Stop fighting for peace
Should we fight for peace? Well this is what happens in the world. Countries are trying to control the world through wars nowadays. We are trying to get peace through war. That’s the problem: This is just like throwing wood in the fire instead of water. For centuries we have been trying to get peace, but with no results. There are many examples that you could look at to understand what exactly I mean by this. If you take a look at human history you’ll see that we’ve fought many wars and many battles in the name of peace, but where has that really gotten us? It is 2017 and we still have “war...
Education is a Right not a Privilege! #LetMeLearn
Education is a basic right for everyone irrespective of their gender, caste, class, faith, socio-economic status or sexual orientation. In the post-pandemic world, many students have been deprived of their right to study. A transformative change can only come through inclusive, youth oriented policy measures and effective skills-based training, so that the young generation can create an impact in the global society with their innovation, creativity and willingness to change. Global leaders need to come together to ensure quality education for all, and all of us need to ensure we uplift each...
Magic of Friendship
Peace is an active relationship characterized by cooperation, harmony and the ability to address differences without resorting to violence.
18 Lessons I've Learned in 18 Years
1. Patience is key. 2. There is so much value in individuality. 3. Everything will be ok. 4. Forgiveness is not easy, but it is important. 5. Be kind to everyone. 6. Everyone is beautiful in their own unique way. 7. There is a reason for everything. 8. It's okay to be alone. 9. All emotions are valid -- the good and the bad. 10. Only do things that make you happy. 11. Do not feed into negativity. 12. Protect your mental well-being. 13. Spend more time with family and friends. 14. Find value in the smallest aspects of life. 15. Set time aside for you passions. 16. Don't be afraid to embrace who...
Why I do self-advocacy as a deafblind youth
How I stopped being ashamed
I guess I should apologize first: Using the past tense in the title could be considered a lie. Obviously, one can’t stop the shame entirely since that’s a natural urge. To tell the truth, I’m not the kind of person who gets ashamed easily. But there are a few things I felt uncomfortable with, even though I should be proud about them. That was a problem I struggled with for quite long time, so I’d like to tell you how I overcame it. To give a few examples: I felt insecure about being a feminist, and I felt insecure about being a LGTBQ-Supporter, even though I knew that both things were right...
Why are the teenagers so angry?
Gen Z, our generation, is said to be one changing the world. And we are: Fridays For Future, Black Lives Matter – we care more about the world than any other generation before us. But we also are pressured. The world expects us to save it, society tells us to stand in a row. We are growing up on a dying planet. We are constantly losing hope. We are worried about our future. This generation is open-minded and has the desire to learn. We protect differences and celebrate self-love, we fight against social issues like homophobia, we are marching to save the planet. And yet, the other generations...