Protect the Children

    Countless dangers surround us during this time of pandemics. The children are the most susceptible and vulnerable to these said dangers. It is our job to provide the needed protection and safety of the children, for they cannot still provide it for themselves. We need to ensure the safety of everyone, especially children, for a better and safer tomorrow.

    The majority of children are vulnerable especially today because they lack the protection around them. The COVID-19 situation has been detrimental to their mental and physical health. Mental Health is the most affected because they’re already facing a huge problem and are already adjusting to a new and unfamiliar way of life at such a young age. Their physical health is the second most affected because physical activities are lessened ever since the pandemic started. 

    The children can be protected by applying and respecting their rights. We can help them by providing aid if their family is struggling to provide for them. We should give them proper and safe education during the pandemic. We should all work together to provide safety and healthier environment for them.

    Not all people are privileged. We don’t only need to protect ourselves, but also other people. Especially children. Our future relies on them. Protecting the children and their rights is crucial to our community, because just like what Dr. Jose Rizal said, “Ang Kabataan ang pag-asa ng bayan” (The youth is the hope of our country). 

References:

https://www.deped.gov.ph/2019/11/13/planting-the-seed-of-hope-instilling-childs-rights-in-education/
https://www.istockphoto.com/illustrations/children-rights