Event Report: CVEC Campaign at the School Level
Project Name: Promoting Gender Equality and Social Inclusion in Schools: Building on What Children Value and Aspire to Do and Be
Event Summary
- Milestone 15: Conducting Capabilities Campaign at the School and Community Level
- Date: 11 November 2025
- Venue: Chainda Government Primary School, Ramu Upazila, Cox’s Bazar
- Participants: Total 600 (Male: 243; Female: 367)
- Chief Guest: Md. Erfanul Haque Chowdhury, Upazila Nirbahi Officer, Ramu
- Special Guest: Mr. Md. Hanif Mia, Upazila Primary Education Officer
- Mr. Nur Islam Chowdhury, Upazila Secondary Education Officer, and all teachers from the school
- RDRS Bangladesh Representatives: Sayeda Nur–e-Nabila Tabassum, Project Manager; Md. Nazmul Hossain, Research Associate; Faisal Kader, Education Facilitator Absar Uddin, Education Facilitator; Satyndranath Datta, Education Facilitator; Romana Afaz, Education Facilitator
Background and Purpose
The “CVEC Campaign in School Level” is part of a broader initiative to foster character development, leadership, and emotional well-being among schoolchildren through participatory and inclusive activities. The campaign aims to strengthen collaboration between schools, families, and local administration to ensure a safe and nurturing learning environment.
Event Overview
On 17 November 2025, a day-long campaign was successfully conducted at Chainda Government Primary School, featuring nine structured activities designed to promote student engagement, creativity, and ethical development. The program was attended by key education officials, school staff, students, and project facilitators.
Summary of Activities
- Student-Led Assembly (Activity 25):
Students from classes 1–8 led a school assembly, enhancing their leadership and confidence. - Speech Series on Love, Care, and Respect (Activity 2):
A class 7 student delivered a thoughtful speech, promoting values of empathy and dignity. - Inspirational Address by Chief Guest (Activity 6):
The UNO emphasized honesty, ethics, and self-confidence as pillars of student development. - Cleanliness Drive and Eco-Friendly School Initiative (Activity 15):
Students cleaned classrooms and school grounds, fostering environmental responsibility. - Quiz Competition (Activity 3):
Class 8 students participated in a quiz led by the UNO, with winners receiving geometry boxes. - Expression Day through Art (Activity 18):
Class 5 students expressed emotions through drawing, supporting mental and creative growth. - Career Inspiration Session (Activity 5):
Stories of Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg inspired class 7 students to dream big and explore diverse careers. - Extra-Curricular Talent Showcase (Activity 23):
A class 6 student performed a song, highlighting the importance of nurturing artistic talent. - Suggestion and Complaint Box Installation (Activity 22):
A feedback box was introduced to encourage student voice and participatory school culture.
Impact and Reflections
The Chief Guest highlighted the importance of integrated efforts among schools, families, and administration to build students’ character, ensure mental well-being, and create a safe educational environment. The campaign was praised for its role in enhancing students’ confidence, leadership, and moral values.
Conclusion
The CVEC Campaign at Chanda Government Primary School demonstrated the power of inclusive, student-centered programming. Through coordinated efforts and meaningful activities, the initiative successfully advanced the goals of character development, emotional expression, and participatory learning.
