First Lady Fazna Ahmed stated on Wednesday that instilling a sense of duty in children at a young age is essential to the upbringing of a generation of responsible adults. In her remarks in a video message delivered on Children's Day, the First Lady highlighted the importance of allowing children to express their opinions and feelings.
In her message, the First Lady reminded parents of the rights and responsibilities of children and stated that teaching children about these rights and responsibilities is one of the most important life goals of parents. She added that while every child has the right to nutritious food, they should be taught to avoid waste. She said that while education is another right for every child, parents should guide them to listen and learn in school and help them create a solid work ethic while developing self-reliance by assigning age-appropriate chores like packing their bags.
The First Lady expressed hope to see every child grow up as trustworthy, respectful, and caring individuals well before adulthood. She also spoke about teaching children about personal responsibilities early on and, citing experts in the field, stated that teaching children to become responsible at an early age helps them become successful adults.
The First Lady also noted the importance of engaging children in decisions that affect them, like encouraging children to comment on guidelines about using a public park, which would give them a reason to follow and uphold those guidelines. She added that such actions teach children that their opinions are valued.