One Children's Village, many voices - Europe's future in dialogue
What happens when around 130 young people from nine different countries come together to discuss their perspectives, fears and needs in relation to the current challenges facing Europe?
Joint Statement to the Federal Council
The Pestalozzi Children's Foundation, together with over 60 international organizations, NGOs, foundations, representatives of the private sector and academia, appeals to the Federal Council to reconsider the withdrawal from basic education in international cooperation.
National Children's Conference visits the Federal Palace
Around 40 children from the French- and German-speaking parts of Switzerland met in Bern for the national children's conference with the two National Councillors Katharina Prelicz-Huber and Léonore Porchet.
Media education and democracy
The growing use of digital media offers new opportunities for children and young people. By creating their own radio programs and podcasts, they can develop their creativity while learning how to use media responsibly.
World Education Day – Paths to a better future
On January 24, we celebrate World Education Day and recognize its central role in peace and development. Education is a fundamental child right and crucial to achieving sustainable development goals.
Youth Conference 2024: Learning Democracy and Shaping Society
The second youth conference SGAIAR took place at the Pestalozzi Children's Village from November 25 to 29, 2024. 63 young people from three schools in the canton of St. Gallen experienced a week full of discussions and solutions to social challenges.
Know your rights, demand your rights: Children get involved in the children's conference!
More co-determination, voting from the age of 12, less homework - children demand their rights at the children's conference!
Children's Rights Day: SKP is involved with a new initiative
November 20th is International Children's Rights Day. To mark this day, the SKP, together with three Swiss organizations, has published new educational material entitled "Children's Rights: Do you know them?".
Switzerland raises the alarm
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