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5 stories tagged with "Parent Advocacy"
Kano State Caps School Fee Hikes at 10% Per Year
Solutions•Aug 3

Kano State Caps School Fee Hikes at 10% Per Year

Parents in Nigeria's Kano State just got powerful new protections against skyrocketing private school costs. The new law requires schools to consult parents before any fee increases and caps annual hikes at just 10%.

Premium Times Nigeria•2 min read
Parents Partner With Lab to Trial Gene Therapy for Batten
Health & Wellness•Apr 28

Parents Partner With Lab to Trial Gene Therapy for Batten

A foundation started by parents who lost one daughter to a rare brain disease just reached a milestone that could save their other daughter and children worldwide. Their gene therapy for CLN6 Batten disease is heading to clinical trials.

Health & Wellness Desk•2 min read
Judge Leila Seth Fought for Her Gay Son's Rights in India
Videos•Apr 20

Judge Leila Seth Fought for Her Gay Son's Rights in India

When a respected Indian judge declared her gay son wasn't a criminal, she helped shift a nation's conversation on LGBTQ rights. Her powerful stand as both a legal authority and a mother made waves across India.

The Better India•2 min read
Dorset Parents Save School Crossing Guard After Road Crash
Acts of Kindness•Mar 4

Dorset Parents Save School Crossing Guard After Road Crash

A beloved crossing guard banned for being "confusing" to drivers got her job back after parents fought for her and a crash proved them right. Lauren Cannon will now help kids cross at a new, safer spot near their school.

Independent UK - Good News•2 min read
Lagos Mother's Advocacy Prompts School Rights Review
Community Heroes•Jan 20

Lagos Mother's Advocacy Prompts School Rights Review

When Muibat Owoeye's children were suddenly removed from their Lagos school, she turned to social media and government channels to demand accountability. Her action is now sparking meaningful conversations about protecting children's educational rights across Nigeria.

Punch Nigeria•2 min read