First Lady Fazna Ahmed has stated Maldives is in need of respect, humanity, kindness and tolerance. The first lady made the remark while speaking at the opening ceremony of the Symposium on Reviewing the National Curriculum held at Dharubaaruge convention centre.
At the event, the first lady advised participants of the symposium to prioritise the instilment of good values and principles in students. She stated education does not only take place within the confines of the classroom and urged all educators to set positive examples for students through their everyday actions. She noted the symposium will play an important role in bringing meaningful change to the Maldives, through the discussion and incorporation of principles required to develop young people and citizens who can contribute to the development of the country.
During the ceremony, the first lady shed light on the importance of teaching students critical thinking and to teach students how to question things from different perspectives. Addressing the ceremony, the first lady appealed to all teachers to provide a safe environment to all students. In addition, the first lady appealed all participants to understand that the task at hand was of national importance and to follow through with sincerity and goodwill during the symposium.
Reviewing the national curriculum is one of President Solih's electoral pledges included in the 100 working days programme.