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A Word from Egypt
February 15, 2011
Trust children. Nothing could be more simple, or more difficult. Difficult because to trust children we must first learn to trust ourselves, and most of us were taught as children that we could not be trusted.
-John Holt, 1923-1985, Author and Educator
-John Holt, 1923-1985, Author and Educator
Dear Friends and Partners,
Today belongs to the people of Egypt, as they celebrate their victory in their struggle for democracy and human rights.
President Hosni Mubarak's departure is a historic moment that marks the transition to a civil democratic government that respects human rights and makes clear a commitment to protect the achievements won by the revolution. Yesterday the supreme armed forces confirmed those values and will uphold Egypt's international obligations, including a peace treaty with Israel.
The ECD Union, through its field partners, is working with local activists to make this happen, making involved partners and individuals aware of those vital human rights issues in general, and especially for children and women.
By sharing the stories of the cost of the revolution, building alliances, sharing lessons learned, highlighting the knowledge gap and how the ECDU along with others intend to tackle it, we're supporting Egyptians in their fight for freedom and dignity. Also, with others watching, keeping an eye on the importance of women becoming part of the democratization process and working out the trauma caused to young children.
This is a moment of huge emotion and a moment of great hope for Egypt and the region. The road ahead is full of challenges, but Egyptians are all unified on one goal: work hard to protect the gains of this courageous protest movement and never forget those who paid with their lives for the freedom of Egypt.
The Arab world's most populous country is taking its first tentative steps toward democracy and protest organizers are forming a Council of Trustees to defend the revolution and urge swift reform from a military intent on restoring law and order. I can't wait to see similar revolution to liberate the rest of the Arab World; I think 2011 will be a turning point for human rights, development, and liberation in the Arab World — HIGH TIME!!!
Warmest regards,
Ahmed
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Comments (4)
Displaying All 4 CommentsPeterborough, Ontario, Canada
I share my joy with you and it makes me think of what Lillian Katz said
"All of the worlds people have much more in common as thy have apart"
Wheelock College
Lincoln, MA , United States
This message makes me realize that international organizationsthat have members in the Arab countries offer a basis for policy developmentas the young people try to organize a government after their revolutions.
Shishu Vikash Kendra
Kolkata, West Bengal, India
I hope the best gift in Democracy for the children in Egypt.
Miami-Dade County, Child Develpment Services
Miami, Florida, United States
What a wonderful article. As one of those who was glued to the media listening to and watching the events in Egypt as they unfolded I had been wondering about the impact on women and children. Thank you to the Exchange for sharing. Please continue to keep us informed as Egypt and other countries in the area strive to create societies that provide democracy and justice for all.
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