This year's edition of the 'Rights 4U' course, which aims to empower children and young people aged 13 to 15 by making them aware of their rights, will be held from July 11 to 13 in Rabat. Applications will be received until May 30.
For further information contact the organisers - the Office of the Commissioner for Children, 469 St Joseph High Road, Santa Venera SVR 1012. Call 2148 5180, or e-mail carmen.zammit@gov.mt, rights4u@gmail.com.
Participants will discuss and learn about issues related to children's rights, attitudes and values, respect and inclusion in a diverse world. During practical sessions, qualified and experienced social education professionals will coach participants to develop critical thinking skills, responsibility and independence. The live-in experience will also help participants to socialise, integrate and make new friends.
Commissioner for Children Carmen Zammit will be present, enabling constant dialogue between herself, facilitators, and participants.