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Africa-Press – Gambia. <\/strong><\/span>The Gambia celebrates the launch of Think Equal Gambia and awards The Gambia Teacher Prize in an event held by the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education (MoBSE).<\/b><\/p>\n

A statement made available on Friday stated that Think Equal is a revolutionary early year\u2019s educational programme, which ensures the social and emotional development and wellbeing of 3 \u2013 6 year-olds during their brain-building years.<\/p>\n

The Think Equal programme teaches children critical thinking, self-esteem, empathy, and how to manage their emotions and relationships with others. It was founded by the BAFTA winning former film and documentary maker Leslee Udwin.<\/p>\n

By teaching 25 critical skills to children in their formative years, the programme aids individual and societal progress \u2013 equipping a generation of children with the tools they need to deal with life\u2019s challenges, reduce the risk of harmful behaviour in later years, and become inclusive and responsible citizens.<\/p>\n

The event will mark the beginning of a country-wide rollout of Think Equal throughout all school programmes in The Gambia.<\/p>\n

To date, Think Equal has reached over 394,000 children in 30 countries. The rollout of Think Equal in The Gambia will benefit an estimated 50,000 children across the country by 2025 and a further 150,000 children each year thereafter.<\/p>\n

Investing in early year\u2019s education is a priority for the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, and Think Equal\u2019s approach to social and emotional learning aligns perfectly with the Ministry\u2019s vision for comprehensive education in The Gambia.<\/p>\n

The Ministry is committed to ensuring the successful implementation of the Think Equal programme in all schools across the country.<\/p>\n

The Gambia Teacher Prize is administered by the NamieFoundation in collaboration with the MoBSE and the Gambia Teachers Union.<\/p>\n

The prize celebrates and honours exceptional basic and secondary school teachers and aims to recognize and celebrate their remarkable contributions to Gambian education.<\/p>\n

Udwin, Founder and Executive Chair of Think Equal, commented: \u201cWe are incredibly honoured to be a part of this momentous occasion that celebrates The Gambia\u2019s commitment to fostering a better society for all, by focusing on the importance of the teacher and their critical contribution in supporting society\u2019s next generation.<\/p>\n

\u201cNot only that, but we\u2019re also thrilled to be shining a light on The Gambia\u2019s enlightened focus on early years social and emotional learning. To us, nothing is more important than lifting the potential of children and celebrating the incredible work of teachers and educators.<\/p>\n

\u201cThink Equal has been piloted in 30 countries globally, with The Gambia the third country in the world, alongside Belize and Macedonia, to implement the programme country-wide. We applaud the vision of The Gambian government and we\u2019re pleased to report that within just weeks of rolling out the programme, we\u2019re already hearing from teachers about the positive impact it\u2019s having.\u201d<\/p>\n

Claudiana Cole, Minister of Education of Gambia, said: \u201cWe\u2019re totally committed to improving outcomes for all children in The Gambia, and the Think Equal programme is a key part of our plans.<\/p>\n

\u201cBy teaching children social and emotional wellbeing early on, we\u2019re giving them the skills they need to flourish in later life. It\u2019s so important that we catch them young!\u201d<\/p>\n

Jainaba Teeda Sarr, Country Director of the NGO Future InOur Hands, said: \u201cFuture In Our Hands\u2019 collaboration with Think Equal has been immensely impactful already, widening our scope of work in the country and adding capacity to our staff and teachers we work with. Through the partnership with Think Equal and with the support of the MoBSE, we are proud to be educating children, contributing to a more peaceful society.\u201d<\/p>\n

Alhassan Susso, founder of the Gambia Teacher Prize, who himself has won the New York State and other Global Teacher Prizes and was educated in The Gambia, says: \u201cI am sincerely thankful for the opportunity to serve as Think Equal\u2018s patron recognizing the significant impact it holds in fostering not only the intellectual advancement but also moral integrity. It is my staunch belief that neglecting the cultivation of moral character in education is a disservice to our students.<\/p>\n

\u201cTherefore, I am honoured to align myself with the esteemed Mission of Think Equal Gambia dedicated to promoting comprehensive development within the realm of education.\u201d<\/p>\n

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