A Media workshop on evidence-based climate change journalism was organised by UNICEF, Elixir Foundation and Gujarat Media Club in collaboration with the State Government’s Department of Climate Change in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], December 27 (ANI/PNN): In a fragile and turbulent world, volunteers are active in every major shock and stress situation experienced by communities - from earthquakes and flooding to climate change and local conflicts
New Delhi [India], November 23 (ANI/SRV): To give wings to the imaginations of children, on World Children's Day, November 20, which coincides with the anniversary of the adoption of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UN CRC), a special celebration was done at Ahmedabad airport. The goal of World Children's Day is to encourage children and young people to advocate for their own rights. This year, global activities highlight every child's right to be protected against discrimination, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, or any other status. UNICEF, the Elixir Foundation, and Ahmedabad Airport came together for World Children's Day celebrations with several activities during the week. These included: Sarthak Nehete's symbolic acting as the Chief Airport Officer, A flash mob by the Ahmedabad University students and installations such as a photo booth, a pledge wall, and a postcard campaign were set up at the airport. This campaign allowed childr
New Delhi [India], November 21 (ANI/SRV): World Children s Day was celebrated today with a friendly cricket match led by local celebrity Vishal Parekh and a musical performance by Chintan Trivedi and Vaibhav Thakkar sending a message on how important it is for children to feel celebrated, included, and to be treated fairly and equally - whoever they are and wherever they live.
Gujarat [India], October 11 (ANI/ATK): In these last 10 years, there has been increased attention on issues that matter to girls amongst governments, policymakers and the general public, and more opportunities for girls to have their voices heard. This year, Elixir Foundation, UNICEF and the Gujarat Youth Forum came together to commemorate the International Day of the Girl with participation of over 100 children and young people from across Ahmedabad. The programme opened with the inaugural address wherein Krunal Shah, Program manager at Elixir Foundation set the context for the day long programme and the need for urgent action. The special address was delivered by Moira Dawa, Communication, Advocacy and Partnerships Specialist, UNICEF who said, "Adolescent girls have shown time and time again that given the skills and the opportunities, they can be the changemakers driving progress in their communities. The girls are ready, and it is time for us all to stand accountable and to in