This week I have been working on creating some activities that will help support teachers as they introduce children to the very important topic of human rights and equality. As the children work through these activities they will be able to demonstrate their understanding of equality, human dignity and justice.

If you are wondering what human rights has to do with this internship then keep reading…

Children have the right to their opinions in all matters that affect them; however, this right is often overlooked by municipalities when it comes to urban design and planning. We want to encourage children to start using their voice and be urban designers because its their right! Since we are working to help cities become more child friendly, it is imperative that we bring up this rather sensitive topic. Helping children learn their rights and responsibilities and those of their cities/ governments will help begin the process of bridging the gap between policies and reality.

We want to help children find their voice and begin creating a more collaborative approach to designing cities that includes their participation. This is part of the reason why we decided the rebrand of our project was necessary. We want to facilitate the creation of youth changemakers in communities across the globe.

– Missy

  • Some of the materials that are included in the Module 4 curriculum.