Students of Nghia Loi Primary School (Nghe An) learn to share messages in their own way

The training session was led by Dr. Pham Vu Thien - Deputy Director of the Center for Creative Initiatives in Health and Population (CCIHP), an expert in health, sexuality, and rights communication.

Here, the students were introduced to relatable and age-appropriate ways of conveying information. Through activities such as drawing, creating comics, making wall newspapers, or developing and performing short skits, they not only learned how to deliver messages but also had the opportunity to express their thoughts and perspectives on familiar issues in school life.

Thuy Nhien, a 4th-grade student, shared: "I have drawn pictures and made wall newspapers a lot before, but today is the first time I was guided on how to convey information through drawings and plays clearly, accurately, and easily to understand."

From drawings, stories, or short plays, the students gradually honed their communication skills, teamwork, and confidence. This is also a way for them to gain a deeper understanding of the topics explored in previous training sessions of Project Happy school, such as gender equality and hygiene.

Notably, the training aimed to encourage students to express their views and voice their thoughts, thereby helping them become more confident and proactive in interacting and participating in school activities.

Sharing about the significance of the activity, Ms. Hoang Thu Nga - Manager of Project Happy school, stated: "Previously, under Project Happy school, the students were introduced to topics like school hygiene and gender equality. With this training, the project focuses on helping them transition from 'understanding' to 'knowing how to share', meaning they can express their views and relay what they have learned in an age-appropriate manner. This is a crucial step for them to exercise their right to participation, while contributing to building a school environment that is truly respectful and student-centered."

Through creative and relatable communication formats, the training not only imparted knowledge but also opened a space for students to be heard, to express themselves, and to gradually become proactive spreaders of positivity within their own school environment.