{"id":30389,"date":"2026-06-12T20:49:27","date_gmt":"2026-06-13T00:49:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/?p=30389"},"modified":"2026-06-12T20:49:27","modified_gmt":"2026-06-13T00:49:27","slug":"call-made-to-protect-childrens-right-to-play","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/call-made-to-protect-childrens-right-to-play\/","title":{"rendered":"Call Made to Protect Children\u2019s Right to Play"},"content":{"rendered":"
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As children across the Essequibo Coast enjoyed a day of games, creativity, and laughter at the Imam Bacchus Play Park and Library in Affiance on Friday, officials used the occasion to highlight a growing concern\u2014the decline of playtime in children\u2019s lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The observance of International Day of Play 2026, held under the theme \u201cProtect Play, Protect Childhood,\u201d brought together parents, teachers, community leaders, and development partners to advocate for greater opportunities for children to engage in safe and meaningful play.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Scenes from the observance of International Day of Play 2026, held under the theme \u201cProtect Play, Protect Childhood,\u201d<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, stressed that play is not a luxury but a fundamental right that contributes to children\u2019s physical, emotional, and social development. She encouraged parents to balance children\u2019s use of technology with outdoor and interactive activities that foster creativity, teamwork, and confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Director of Children Services, Levine Gouveia, noted that increasing academic pressures and the growing use of electronic devices have reduced opportunities for free play, making events such as these even more important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Children participated in a wide range of activities including arts and crafts, trivia, games, music, dance, and imaginative play, while students from various schools entertained the audience with cultural performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The celebration served as a reminder that protecting children\u2019s right to play is essential for nurturing healthy, well-rounded, and resilient future generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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