Collector addresses ‘Samvad Sanskar’ workshop, stresses positive parenting and active parental involvement in adolescent education and health.
Published on: January 23, 2025
By: BTNI
Location: Rajnandgaon, India
Emphasising the importance of dialogue in adolescent development, Collector Jitendra Yadav said that effective communication skills help shape a positive future for teenagers. He was addressing a one-day district-level workshop on Samvad Sanskar organised at the District Panchayat Conference Hall to promote positive and active parental involvement in issues related to adolescent education and health.
Speaking on the theme of positive parenting and empowered youth, the Collector said such workshops help parents develop a better understanding of their children’s needs during adolescence. “The benefits of this understanding will be visible in the coming years. The ability to communicate effectively plays a vital role in shaping adolescents’ personalities and future direction,” he said.
Chief Executive Officer, District Panchayat, Ms Suruchi Singh highlighted that youth are a powerful medium of social transformation and that investing in their holistic development is essential for long-term societal progress.
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Addressing the participants, State Nodal Officer of Alliance for Behaviour Change and President of Sarvahitam, Manish Singh spoke on the four dimensions of adolescence — rights, duties, participation, and observation. He said coordination between schools, families, and communities is necessary to strengthen children’s learning processes.
UNICEF State SBC Consultant Chandan Kumar shared insights on the role of family and community in the overall development of adolescents, underlining the importance of a supportive and informed environment.
During the workshop, participants shared their experiences through interactive activities such as Padhai Ka Kona and Aaj Kya Seekha, making the session engaging and participatory.
The workshop saw active participation from UNICEF District Coordinator Divya Rajput, State Coordinator Raghavendra Singh, and representatives from the Education Department, Women and Child Development Department, NSS, My Bharat, and Yuvodaya volunteers.
