International Students’ Day - Honouring and Celebrating Students

Posted On: 2023-11-17 10:17:14

On 17th November, 1939, the Nazi troops stormed the University of Prague in then-Czechoslovakia, now known as the Czech Republic, to curb the protests against the Nazi occupation of Czechoslovakia. On this unfortunate day, nine students and professors were brutally murdered by the Nazi troops. International Students’ Day is observed annually on 17th November to honour these martyred students and applaud the bravery and importance of student unions around the globe.

 

Students are the future of the country and should be given the freedom to explore ideas. In today’s era, students are using social media to encourage discussion on previously ignored issues. Talks on the LGBTQIA+ community, mental health, and marginalized communities have had a great impact on the cultural zeitgeist. The change in the media, books and entertainment is a reflection of that, where people from marginalized communities are getting better representation than ever before. 

 

Child Help Foundation knowing the importance of students for the country has provided education to children throughout the nation. To celebrate students, here are some reasons why student councils are important:

 

1. Students Get More Socially Conscious Than Ever Before

 

It is increasingly evident that students today are much more active on society’s issues than their yesteryear counterparts. Students are more well-informed on global conflicts and other issues than ever before. Discussions around politics, gender identities, racial discrimination and caste-based issues are getting more common on college campuses, which is thanks to student councils around the world. This presents a good hope for the future of the country as more students get socially conscious, the better would be the state of the nation.

 

2. A Platform to Raise Their Issues

 

 

Mental Health, Peer Pressure and Bullying were seen as trivial issues in the past. However, student unions have given a platform to students to grieve their issues to a larger audience. These platforms have the potential to change society’s stance and raise awareness about previously trivialized issues.

 

3. Creates Leaders of the Future

 

Student Unions hone the leadership skills of the students involved, which is important as students are the leaders of the future. Leaders of these unions have the responsibility of maintaining peace and resolving conflicts, skills which are very important for the future of the country as well as their further aspirations.

 

4. Creates Social Harmony

 

 

In student unions, children from different backgrounds come together to hold discussions. Class, Religion, Gender, Race, and Caste barriers are put aside for a common cause. This cohesion creates unity and maintains social harmony, building trust among different groups.

 

5. Organizing Events

 

 

Student Councils not only talk about issues but also organize events for colleges like festivals, fundraisers and competitions. This involves planning, diplomacy, funds management, and technical skills. Colleges are organizing festivals which seem beyond the capabilities of students. Involvement in these activities helps students to learn skills which could be fruitful for their future endeavours. 

 

Knowing the importance of students, Child Help Foundation has helped 4,86,141 children with their education. Child Help Foundation also provides these schools with Mini Science Centres and organizes sessions and activities for them to increase their potential.

 

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AUTHOR: Adil Sayyad