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Istanbul Provincial Directorate of National Education took action against peer bullying, which has reached alarming levels in Turkey in recent years.. “Kindness Workshops” with the project, The aim is to prevent bullying by instilling a culture of empathy and kindness in children..
İSTANBUL – A comprehensive mobilization was launched in Istanbul against rising peer bullying in school gardens and classrooms.. Within the scope of the project implemented by Istanbul Provincial Directorate of National Education, of the city 25 in schools in the district “Kindness Workshops” was founded. The project was initially implemented at the primary school level., It is planned to spread to all levels in a short time..
Aim: An Empathetic Generation
According to the information provided by Beyazanur Özer and Emir Ünlü from NTV; these workshops, children not only academically, aims to develop social and emotional skills. Children in workshops; culture of living together, Basic values such as setting limits and respecting the rights of others are explained in practice.
Three Pillars: Robustness, Kindness and Family
Istanbul Provincial Director of National Education Murat Mucahit Yentur, In his statement on the subject, He stated that they will focus on three main topics, especially in the second semester of the academic year.:
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Psychological Resilience: Increasing children's skills in coping with difficulties.
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Peer Courtesy: Placing respect at the center of communication between peers.
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Year of the Family: Strengthening education at home.
Yentur, “In all public and private schools of Istanbul, We will work intensively on these issues at every level.,” He gave a message of determination by saying.
Families will also be included in the process
The project will not be limited to just students, It was announced that parents will also be integrated into the education process in the future.. In the workshops to be established, parents, Training will be provided on how to recognize bullying tendencies in children and how to develop the language of kindness at home..
Experts Warn
experts, loss of self-confidence in children caused by peer bullying, He points out that it can lead to school failure and serious psychological problems in later ages.. This workshop initiative launched in Istanbul, It is expected to play a critical role in building social peace.
