Children in flood-affected areas of Assam will get a ‘school in a box‘ to keep their education going. This plan is for 167 relief camps in the state, where floods and landslides have caused 31 deaths since May.

Goal: The goal is to help children deal with the trauma of losing their homes or family members.

Focus: The focus is now on children aged six to 18, not just those under six.

Relief Camps: Most areas in Assam have at least one relief camp; places with more people have two.

CFS Kits: Each camp will get a child-friendly space (CFS) kit designed by UNICEF, updated for children and teenagers aged six to 18.

Contents: The kit includes notebooks, drawing books, pencils, and other learning materials. 

Implementation and Training

• ASDMA Training: The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) is conducting training for officials and field workers from the Women and Child Development and Education Departments.

• Training Goals: Training aims to maximize the utility of the ‘school in a box‘ kits and reduce mental stress among flood-hit children.

Training Sessions: Sessions are being held at block and circle levels to equip Anganwadi workers and grassroots stakeholders with the necessary skills.