Children in Lahore Engage Lawmakers on Climate Action

“Climate justice is every child’s right, not a privilege.“ Children in Lahore are making their voices heard in matters of climate change. In a child-led initiative organized by GNRC Member Search for Justice (SFJ) Pakistan in partnership with Kindernothilfe e.V., young participants engaged directly with policymakers to share their concerns and propose solutions to environmental […]

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The Sixth GNRC Forum Concludes With Global Leaders Launching Abu Dhabi Call For Child Protection

The “Abu Dhabi Call” was launched at Wahat Al Karama, highlighting a shared commitment to ensuring every child’s safety and dignity. It urges immediate action across religions, governments, and civil society, proposing an actionable plan focusing on interfaith dialogue, mental health support, comprehensive policies, and eliminating harmful practices. Signatories pledged to amplify children’s voices and

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Global Inter-Faith Leaders Appeal for a Safe, Secure and Sustainable World for Children

By Dr. Mustafa Y. Ali Dr. Mustafa Y. Ali is the Secretary-General of the GNRC Leaders from the world’s largest religions and faiths, representatives from international organizations, the United Nations, and governments have adopted a ground-breaking Declaration and Plan of Action to address the unprecedented challenges that the children face in the world today. The landmark Abu

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Religious Responsibilities and Action for Children

The GNRC Sixth Forum by Dr. Katherine Marshall Dr. Katherine Marshall The forum in Abu Dhabi was the sixth in a series of large interfaith gatherings focused on children’s welfare and protection, led by Arigatou International’s Global Network of Religions for Children (GNRC). These forums are held roughly every five years, though with COVID-19 disruptions it is

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The Abu Dhabi Declaration on Building a Hopeful World for Children

Sixth Forum of the Global Network of Religions for Children ANSWERING THE CALL OF THE CHILD OUR BELIEF                                                                   Every child has an inherent, inalienable right to a safe, secure, and sustainable world free from fear, harm, and deprivation. Our sacred duty is to care for each child’s physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Across faiths and

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Press Release: Mr. Kul Gautam Honored with Community Service Medal by the Government of UAE

Abu Dhabi, 21 November 2024 – The Government of the United Arab Emirates awarded Mr. Kul Chandra Gautam the prestigious Community Service Medal in recognition of his lifetime commitment to improving the lives of children worldwide. The award was presented at the closing ceremony of the Sixth Global Forum of the Global Network of Religions for Children

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Global Inter-Faith Forum Adopts Ground-Breaking Declaration to Build a Safe, Secure, Sustainable World for Children

ABU DHABI, November 21, 2024 — Leaders from the world’s largest religions and faiths, representatives from international organizations, the United Nations, and governments today adopted the Abu Dhabi Declaration and a joint Plan of Action to address the unprecedented challenges children face worldwide.  The launch marked the end of the three-day Global Network of Religions for Children (GNRC)

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The Child is Calling: Addressing Trauma in Children

Ms. Bertsy Nahsang – GNRC Cameroon While childhood is supposed to be a time of innocence, it is unfortunate that many children and youth today often experience intense anxiety and may even suffer from nervous or mental breakdowns and depression.  According to WHO, globally one in seven children between the ages of 10-19 experiences a mental disorder. Anxiety,

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