We highly value children's perspectives and work hard to include them in our work. One of the ways we do this is through our child reporters.
Children experience the world differently than adults. They don't see poverty and differences first; instead, they see the person behind them: a friend, a skilled soccer player, or something entirely different. Therefore, we have had good experiences involving children in both development and engagement work on their own terms. The authenticity, curiosity, and straightforwardness of children have the ability to build bridges between people – both here in Denmark and in Kenya and Ghana. You can gain direct insight into the work as a child reporter by clicking on one of the following films: The child reporters' thoughts before departure. here;
children living on the streets , children in a boarding school and children that play development goals bingo.
At 100% for the Children, we believe it is important to send Danish child reporters to Kenya and Ghana to gain insight into the global issues that affect children and young people. The purpose is to promote understanding and foster engagement among Danish children through direct encounters with peers from different backgrounds. We do this to:
Promote Global Understanding and Empathy: The Child Reporter Program provides Danish children with the opportunity to experience and understand the challenges their peers face in other parts of the world. This encounter with different circumstances fosters empathy, understanding, and a sense of global connectedness, which is essential in an increasingly globalized world.
Strengthen Children's Engagement and Activism: By giving children an active role as reporters and advocates, the program strengthens their engagement in social and global issues. The child reporters
return home with stories and experiences that they share with their classmates, creating a ripple effect of awareness and activism.
Support Children's Right to Be Heard: Children have the right to express their opinions and be heard in matters that concern them (UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, Article 12). The Child Reporter Program provides children with a platform to voice their views on global issues and helps fulfill this
right.
Strengthen Educational Benefits: The program offers a unique learning experience outside the classroom. Children learn about journalism, communication, and the specific topics they report on, which broadens their horizons and enhances their critical thinking and research skills.
Promote Intercultural Communication and Friendships: Through meetings and interactions with children from different cultures, the child reporters develop intercultural communication skills
and form friendships across borders. These experiences can reduce prejudices and promote a more inclusive and understanding worldview.
Enhance Practical Learning about Rights and Inclusion: By observing and reporting on real-life situations that impact children's rights and inclusion, children gain a deeper understanding of these concepts. They learn about the importance of rights, such as access to education and healthcare, and see how efforts can be made to improve conditions for vulnerable groups.
