DIGITAL FOOTPRINTS: THE INTERNET NEITHER FORGIVES NOR FORGETS

In this era, as the world grapples with scapegoating the digital citizens, this caveatseems necessary and compelling. All internet users starting from the digital natives(the iGeneration) through the digital pioneers (Millennials or the Generation Y) tothe digital migrants (Generation X) should bear in mind that the Internet neitherforgives nor forgets. Similarly, the digital strangers (Gen.

GENDER BASED VIOLENCE: WHAT THE YOUNG SHOULD KNOW

Gender-based violence is a phenomenon deeply rooted in gender inequality, and continues to be one of the most notable human rights violations within all societies. Gender-based violence is violence directed against a person because of one’s gender. Both women and men experience gender-based violence but the majority of victims are young people especially the girl

CHARITY OR CHE-LARITY: THE COVID 19 TREND, AN AFTERMATH OF THE GREAT STRIKE

In the late hours of 14th April, 1912, at about 11:40 pm, the world famous British passenger liner operated by the White Star Line which was on her maiden voyage from Southampton to New York City struck the iceberg and by the early hours of 15th April, 1912 it witnessed a great sink, the most

WORLD DAY AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING [JULY 30]: A FIGHT FOR ALL, A FIGHT FOR THE YOUNG.

Every year, on July 30, the United Nations Organizations observes the World Day against Human Trafficking; a crime, a degradation of the value of human person, a scourge on the culture of human life and a grave violation of Human Rights. According to the UN, every year thousands of people fall into the hands of

“LAND OF MY BIRTH”: THE SPIRIT OF ERIC DONALDSON IN YOUNG PEOPLE

What was the Jamaican born reggae singer-song writer having in mind when he sang “Land of my Birth”?  Was Jamaica a first world country when he sang “Land of my Birth”? Eric Donaldson the Jamaican reggae born artist was born in Kent Village, Jamaica, on June 11, 1947. Jamaica is the third largest island in

STEPPING STONES TO AUGUST 12

Few days ago, I reminded all young people in this ‘youths square’ what the world awaits on 12th August following the declaration and directives mapped out by the United Nations which has been for years. It is a day symbolic for all young people across the globe to gather and discuss on their full engagement(s)

AUGUST 12: INTERNATIONAL YOUTH DAY

(LET THE COUNT DOWN BEGIN) The International Youth Day fondly known as IYD is an awareness day for youths designated by the United Nations. This day brings to our consciousness the given set of cultural and legal issues surrounding the youth. IYD was designated by the United Nations in 1999 with the adoption of Resolution

FAREWELL MORTALITY – WELCOME ETERNITY

“Fade, fade each earthly joy; Jesus is mine. Break every tender tie; Jesus is mine. Dark is the wilderness, Earth has no resting place, Jesus alone can bless; Jesus is mine”. The above popular and wonderful piece was liturgically rendered by the Choir during the funeral of a young and youthful man Kenneth Ogonna Ezeani

4 TAKEAWAYS FROM POPE FRANCIS’ LETTER TO YOUNG PEOPLE

Sometime ago in recent past {on 13th January 2017, @ the Vatican}, the Holy Father, Pope Francis addressed the young people with these words: “My Dear Young People, I am pleased to announce that in October 2018 a Synod of Bishops will take place to treat the topic: “Young People, the Faith and Vocational Discernment.”

SUICIDE: WHAT ABOUT IT? IS SUICIDE AN OPTION?

(Second Part) Life is a precious and a sacred good. In all cultures and religions of the world, life is a valued and respected asset due to its sacredness. It is a treasure and a gift not to be toiled with. Thus, the life of a human being has to be respected and should not