All youngsters deserve protected areas, playtime: Minister

Jakarta (ANTARA) – Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection Minister (PPPA), Arifah Fauzi, underscored the significance of offering protected, wholesome environments and enough time for youngsters to play, emphasizing that these are basic rights that have to be upheld.

“Providing safe and healthy spaces and time for children to play is part of fulfilling their basic rights. National Children’s Day is not just a time for celebration but also an opportunity for all of us to ensure that every Indonesian child — without exception — feels valued, heard, and protected. The state must be present to guarantee the right to play, to learn, and to grow to their full potential,” Fauzi famous in a press release launched in Jakarta on Friday.

The minister made the assertion throughout a go to to college students at SMP Negeri 2 Rengat, Indragiri Hulu District, Riau Province, as a part of the 2025 National Children’s Day celebration collection.

During her go to, Minister Fauzi and Deputy Minister Veronica Tan interacted instantly with youngsters engaged in conventional video games.

Minister Arifah inspired youngsters to review diligently, restrict display time, and protect conventional video games as a part of the nation’s cultural heritage.

She additionally reminded youngsters to foster togetherness and mutual respect to stop bullying amongst friends.

“Why should we preserve and play traditional games when children today are already active on gadgets and online games? My dear children, digital games and gadgets can have positive benefits if used for learning and seeking knowledge. However, if not used wisely, they can negatively affect your development,” Arifah remarked.

The minister famous that reviving conventional video games may assist scale back youngsters’s extreme gadget use.

“To limit gadget overuse, we should encourage children to play traditional games again. Hence, during break time, instead of playing with gadgets or online games, you can enjoy traditional games that are not only fun but also help build teamwork and a sense of togetherness,” she emphasised.

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