Minister of Education visits Krivichi special therapeutic and pedagogical closed-type vocational school

2 июня 2021

Great attention is paid in Belarus to the protection of motherhood and childhood. This was emphasized by Education Minister Igor Karpenko as he was visiting Krivichi special medical and educational closed-type vocational school. The reason for the visit was the International Children's Day. The pupils received presents. In general, the Ministry of Education patronizes the institution and regularly organizes various activities for children. 

Igor Karpenko, Minister of Education of Belarus: If we talk about Children's Day, it's not just a one-time action. It is a systematic work of the National Commission on the Rights of the Child, the Juvenile Inspection, the Commission on Minors' Affairs, educational bodies and departments, public organizations. It is a whole set of measures, including social support, which covers the entire child population of the country. By the way, about 20% of our population are children. We pay special attention to children during the vacations as well. During summer holidays there will be camps around the country. In addition, there will be educational centers for children and youth with clubs and sports sections.