WHO and UNICEF call on Azerbaijan to open schools in the country in compliance with the relevant security measures. In the period when children are preparing to return to school in connection with the beginning of the new academic year, it is ever important to take decisive measures to minimize the spread of the virus. This is stated in a joint statement of organizations.
“According to WHO and UNICEF, these measures include providing access to vaccination for teachers and other school staff, as well as improved learning environment in terms of compliance with security standards through measures such as improving classroom ventilation, reducing the number of students in classes , Compliance with physical distance, regular anti-virus testing of school personnel and informing parents about security measures. Vaccination is one of the best and fastest ways to protect against the virus, including Delta strain. Vaccination of teachers and other school employees is an advantage this year that will do Schools more secure place, “- the statement says.
According to the representative of WHO in Azerbaijan, Handeh Harmangi, people live with a Pandemic COVID-19 for almost two years, and the secure opening of schools has become the main priority: “We all have to work on the safe opening of schools in the name of our children. WHO urges Countries, including Azerbaijan, keep schools open, minimizing the risk of distributing various strains of COVID-19. “
A representative of UNICEF in Azerbaijan Alex Highkens, in turn, noted that the closure of schools that play an important role in terms of education, mental health and the development of social skills, has a serious negative impact on children: “Children and young people should not be at risk of suspension Training for another year. UNICEF works closely with the Ministry of Education of Azerbaijan to ensure the safe opening of schools on September 15, so that children do not miss the opportunity provided by the school. “