UBEC and Anambra SUBEB Train School Counsellors on Tackling Social and Environmental Issues
UBEC and Anambra SUBEB conduct a two-day training to equip school-based counsellors with strategies to address sexual and gender-based violence, focusing on environmental and social safeguarding in Anambra State.
Mary Nwaeze 
In response to the escalating cases of sexual and gender-based violence and other social-environmental challenges in Nigeria, the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has collaborated with the Anambra State Universal Basic Education Board (ASUBEB) to inaugurate a two-day training session for school-based guidance/counsellors and dedicated school-based management community members across the 21 local government areas of Anambra State.
The primary objective of this state-level training is to instill the general principles of Environmental/Social Safeguard and other essential Safeguarding measures to enhance the social and environmental conditions of schools within the state. This initiative aligns with the Healthy Living Initiative spearheaded by Mrs. Nonye Soludo, the wife of the state governor, aimed at educating individuals, especially school children, on the significance of leading a healthy lifestyle.
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Prof Vera Nkiru Nwadinobi, the Executive Chairman of ASUBEB, highlighted the importance of integrating environmental and social safeguarding into core educational activities. She emphasized the necessity of maintaining a conducive and secure school environment to uphold healthy living standards. Furthermore, she expressed gratitude to UBEC for selecting Anambra State as a beneficiary of this program, underscoring its critical relevance in ensuring the well-being of students and staff alike.
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The training program, which spans two days, focuses on equipping participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively implement environmental and social safeguarding measures. Prof Nwadinobi urged attendees to actively engage in the sessions to facilitate the integration of these principles into Anambra's educational institutions, thereby creating safer and more secure learning environments.
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Barrister Eucharia Ohuoha, the leader of the UBEC training team, emphasized the importance of environmental consciousness among teachers and students. Participants lauded the initiative, describing it as unprecedented in Anambra State and commending Prof Nwadinobi for her efforts in bringing such valuable programs to the state.
This collaboration between UBEC and ASUBEB signifies a proactive approach towards addressing pressing social issues within educational settings, reflecting a commitment to safeguarding the well-being of students and promoting a conducive learning environment.
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