High Sound for Children (HSC) has broadened its outreach to local communities, calling on parents to embrace improved parenting practices.
While the organization has previously focused on media literacy programs in schools, this event marked the first joint engagement of both parents and children. Held on Saturday in Mpatta sub-county, Mukono district, the initiative provided a platform to address key family and child welfare issues.
During the event, parents were encouraged to adopt positive parenting strategies, including alternatives to corporal punishment, and to uphold children’s rights. Simultaneously, children were reminded of their rights but also urged to recognize their responsibilities and obligations within their families and communities.
"We initially received requests from two schools in Mpatta to form media clubs, but we saw this as an opportunity to assess the broader challenges faced by the community,” explained HSC's Communication Officer, Ivan Ssenabulya. He emphasized that a holistic approach to child welfare must include the active participation of all stakeholders within the community.
The event was graced by Buganda’s Kyaggwe Miss Tourism, Nakangu Nuriat Kyazze, who inspired the youth to lead honest lives, urging them to pursue their goals and stay aligned with their purpose. She expressed concern over the rising trend of youth engaging in destructive behaviours, often out of sight of their parents, and emphasized the importance of forming positive, goal-oriented friendships.
The engagement brought together parents, local leaders, and children from the fishing community, an area known for its unique set of challenges. This initiative marks a pivotal step in High Sound for Children’s commitment to fostering community-centred solutions for child development and well-being.