Commentary: Kathy Bartlett – Invest in young children to build a stronger society | monitor.co.ug

Many of us have heard the saying: “It takes a whole village to raise a child” – but what does this mean for us all today? The message is a simple one. For children to grow up healthy, confident, well-nourished and loved, with social skills, cultural values, and a curiosity and enthusiasm for learning – we need to actively involve a range of actors.

–snip– Governments across the region as well as civil society organisations and other development partners are increasing efforts to address this situation. One example is the Aga Khan Foundation’s Madrasa Early Childhood Programme. Over the years, it has provided quality pre-school services – both affordable and rooted in local culture– to more than 20,000 children from over 200 low-income communities in the region.

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