2025 INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE BOY CHILD
The initiative stressed the importance of fostering positive male role models, promoting collaboration between stakeholders, and advocating for policy changes that prioritize the needs of boys in education, health, and social development.
To raise awareness, the group hosted a city center rally from area one through the city centre to the parade ground in area 10 distributing educational fliers.
Also a lecture focused on bullying and school-based violence, issues that deeply affect boys’ mental and physical well-being was held at the Federal Government Boys College Apo
“Boys globally encounter various obstacles, including struggle with societal expectations, leading to mental health concerns.
“They also face harmful stereotypes, which can negatively impact on their well-being and development.
“We call on government agencies, civil society, and all well-meaning Nigerians to invest in boys,” the group urged.
“Empowering the boy child is key to building a stronger, more inclusive future for our nation.”
DR M.K BABATUNDE MNI
Official Press Release
CELEBRATING THE DAY:-
At Restore Hope for the Boy Child initiative, we’re commemorating this day with: – Press Conference: Today’s event to highlight key issues.
– Awareness Walk/Rally: A city center event to raise awareness and promote support.
– Distribution of Fliers: Informing the public about the importance of boys’ health and well-being.
– Lecture Presentation: Discussing bullying, school-based violence, and their impact on boys’ health.
CHALLENGES FACING BOYS:-
Boys globally encounter various obstacles, including
1- Limited Access to Quality Education: A significant barrier to their development and future prospects.
2 – Mental Health Issues: Boys often struggle with societal expectations, leading to mental health concerns.
3 – Violence and Exploitation: Boys are vulnerable to violence, exploitation, and abuse.
4 – Societal Expectations and Stereotypes: Harmful stereotypes can negatively impact boys’ well-being and development.
IMPORTANCE OF OUR EFFORTS
These initiatives aim to:
– Raise Awareness: About boys’ well-being and challenges.
– Promote Positive Role Models: Encouraging positive male role models and mentors.
– Foster Collaboration: Supporting boys’ development and well-being through collective efforts.
– Awareness Walk/Rally: A city center event to raise awareness and promote support.
– Distribution of Fliers: Informing the public about the importance of boys’ health and well-being.
– Lecture Presentation: Discussing bullying, school-based violence, and their impact on boys’ health.
CALL TO ACTION
We urge the government and well-meaning Nigerians to support the boy child by:
– Emphasizing Boys’ Crucial Role: Investing in their development for Nigeria’s future.
– Addressing Challenges: Drawing attention to boys’ unique challenges.
– Promoting Positive Role Models: Encouraging mentors to support boys.
– Advocating for Policy Change: Implementing policies for boys’ education, health, and well-being.
iNTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE BOY CHILD
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CONCLUSION
By working together, we can create a supportive environment for boys to thrive. Let’s prioritize boys’ health and well-being to help them develop into confident, capable, and compassionate individuals.
As we celebrate the Boy Child, let’s remember:
– “Empowering Boys, Empowering Nigeria”
– “Investing in Boys, Investing in the Future”
– “Supporting Boys, Building a Brighter Tomorrow”