Young people draw on community experience
The same profiles described Hajer’s volunteer work to reduce stigma around seeking mental-health support. She used outreach and short stories to connect with young people. The programme equips advocates with skills and opportunities to take part in local, national and international discussions affecting children’s lives. [1]
Students had already put questions to public leaders
In an earlier account from December 2024, UNICEF described dialogue involving ten students from public, private, special-education and inclusive schools. Sessions in Nizwa and Sur brought students together with the Omani Human Rights Committee’s chair and the health minister. Education quality and health services were among the issues discussed.
Inclusion also depends on available services
UNICEF’s country programme identifies barriers including services concentrated in major cities and shortages of specially trained teachers and social workers. Its work with the government includes developing staff skills and helping families understand available services. These priorities connect public participation with the practical support children need to learn.