Last month, a panel discussion titled “Student Activism for Safe Schools” was held in Skopje, organized by the Coalition of Youth Organizations SEGA and the First Children's Embassy in the World “Megjashi”. The event was dedicated to promoting a supportive school environment.The discussion aimed to highlight the challenges schools face and emphasize the importance of involving young people in creating solutions. In their opening remarks, representatives of SEGA and “Megjashi” stressed that a safe environment is the foundation for quality education and the healthy development of children.

During the first panel, representatives of institutions and the education sector discussed current policies and approaches for preventing and addressing violence. The need for stronger inter-institutional cooperation and continuous support for schools was highlighted. The second part of the event focused on practical experiences from the implementation of the Safe School Environment Model, shared by teachers, professional associates, parents, and students. Participants highlighted both the benefits and the challenges encountered during implementation.

It was concluded that only through cooperation and mutual support can an environment be created where every child feels safe, accepted, and encouraged to reach their full potential.