A pioneering force in values-based education, Shape A Child, has unveiled plans for World Values Day, set to take place on October 19, 2023.

The celebration with the theme, ‘Values bring us together’, is to inspire and engage corporate organisations, schools, partners and communities in a transformative journey toward a values-driven society.

Founder and Managing Director, Shape A Child, Izehi Anuge, at media briefing in Lagos, said the World Values Day, celebrated annually, offers the organisation a unique platform to champion the cause of values education and its profound impact on individuals, children, adolescents, communities, and corporate culture.

According to her, this year, Shape A Child is focused on fostering collective awareness and a call to action, recognising that values serve as the common thread that unites all.

Anuge said the group, in its commitment to sustainability and responsible citizenship, has introduced an innovative initiative, ‘Recycle’ where two groups of young environmental
champions in schools will embark on recycling projects.

She said these projects, designed for completion within four weeks, challenge participants to create solutions using materials that are at least 75 per cent waste material.

“The goal is to nurture creativity, responsibility, and sustainability, instilling values that drive positive change in our environment,” she added.

Anuge, who is a visionary socialpreneur, author, and values educator, stressed that Shape A Child is dedicated to instilling and reintegrating values into young minds and society through an experiential learning approach, and an integrated curriculum.

Sharing her perspective on the importance of values, Anuge said: “Values are the compass that guides us on our journey through life. This year’s World Values Day theme speaks to unity, collaboration, and inclusion: values
that are profoundly important for corporate entities to integrate into their organisational culture.

“As we celebrate World Values Day 2023, let us unite for a brighter, values-driven future. Good values are not only essential in shaping children and young adults but are also vital for businesses and society at large as they reflect personal moral and ethical values. We are thrilled to celebrate values not only on this day, but throughout October. Our collaborations with corporate organisations, individuals, and schools aligned with our mission will foster a values-based consciousness and social and environmental responsibility in our society.

“From our values-based workshops in organisations, an art exhibition and the Recycle, Rebuild, Reconnect projects in select schools across Nigeria, which is driven by World Values Day Schools ambassadors: we are committed
to creating a ripple effect of positive change in collaboration with others that extends beyond individuals and institutions, shaping a brighter future for all.”

Others at the event include board member, Shape A Child, Leke Osunniyi and Shape coordinator, Akpaka Emern.