Minister calls for nurturing emotional intelligent children

Islamabad:Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training Wajiha Qamar urged educational institutions to nurture emotional intelligence and resilience in children and youth alongside achieving academic achievements.

She was attending an interactive and thought-provoking session on ‘Student Well-Being and Holistic Growth,’ at Islamabad Model College for Girls, F-11/3. The college hosted the event to promote mental, emotional and academic wellness of students, according to Principal Prof Farah Khan.

The minister lauded the college’s initiative in embedding wellness programmes within its educational structure and called it a model for other institutions to follow.The event began with the arrival of the minister, followed by a visit to the Omer-e-Rawan Wellness Centre.

The formal proceedings commenced with the national anthem and a recitation from the Holy Quran, setting a respectful and reflective tone. In her welcome address, Prof Farah Khan outlined the college’s commitment to fostering a supportive and nurturing educational environment that focuses on the holistic development of its students.

She emphasised the importance of integrating wellness into the academic experience.The scientific and psychological dimensions of student well-being were explored in a keynote lecture by Dr. Mowadat. The session also included an engaging workshop conducted by Marva, and a visit to another workshop led by Qasim, offering participants practical insights and interactive learning experiences.