¿Está el futuro preparado para los niños? | Safiya Alkali Ajikolo | TEDxMaiduguri

Safiya Alkali Ajikolo, defensora de los derechos de la infancia, se pregunta si el futuro se está construyendo de forma que esté preparado para los niños. A partir de su experiencia creciendo en el estado de Borno, Nigeria, sostiene que la sociedad debe preparar el futuro para los niños, y no solo a los niños para el futuro. La charla aborda métodos de enseñanza que despiertan la curiosidad, entornos de aprendizaje seguros, la tutoría y políticas centradas en la nueva generación. Se presentó en un evento TEDx organizado de forma independiente.

• Se pregunta si la sociedad construye un futuro preparado para los niños
• Aborda métodos de enseñanza, espacios de aprendizaje seguros y tutoría
• Sostiene que las decisiones de hoy moldean el futuro de los niños

Safiya Alkali challenges the conventional thinking around preparing children for the future, drawing on her experiences and the realities of growing up in Borno State, Nigeria. She argues that while we constantly speak about preparing children for tomorrow, we rarely question whether we are building a future that is ready for them. From reimagining teaching methods that inspire curiosity and creativity to creating safe learning environments, strengthening mentorship, and shaping policies that place the next generation at their centre, Safiya makes the case for a fundamental shift in how society invests in children. She questions the familiar notion that children are simply the leaders of tomorrow, arguing that their future is already being shaped by the decisions we make today. Her message is simple but powerful: Rather than focusing solely on preparing children for the future, we must also take responsibility for preparing the future for them. Safiya Alkali Ajikolo is a child rights advocate from Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria. She serves as a Girl Champion with Save the Children and is the first Youth Ambassador for 1inclusion4all. Through her work with national and international organizations, she advocates for children’s rights, girls’ leadership, education, and meaningful youth participation. Safiya has represented children and young people on national and global platforms, including Geneva Peace building week, and the Global Youth and Adolescent Consultations for the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women. She is passionate about ensuring that every child has the opportunity to be heard, thrive, and shape the future. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx