Towards more literate societies, Protection project implements events and activities to celebrate World Literacy Day in Marib governorate
Coinciding with the World Literacy Day, which falls on the eighth of September each year, the Protection and Livelihoods Support Project for Women and Girls, implemented by HUMAN ACCESS in partnership with United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), carried out various activities and programs in the safe space for women and girls. Below is a report summary of the activities performed.
Recording and broadcasting a radio program on Radio Marib
It focused on the activities of the safe space for women and girls in literacy programs, and the importance of teaching/learning reading and writing to contribute to improving livelihoods, enhancing the health status and proper nutrition of children.
Seminar on girls dropping out of education
The seminar, which was implemented by the project in Al-Najah School in Al-Matar neighborhood, dealt with the phenomenon of girls dropping out of education, its causes and effects on the family and society, and the proposed solutions to the problems that prevent girls from education.
The seminar had an impact to upgrade societal sensitization of the importance of community participation in supporting girls' education and improving the quality of education.
An open day for literacy students
The project carried out an open day for women and girls, which included a number of entertainment sessions, competitions, and gift distribution, in addition to video presentations and recreational and educational activities. These activities designed to motivate and encourage women and girls to continue their education and enroll in literacy programs.
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