In many developed countries, going to school is part of everyday life. We don’t question it; we simply live it. In such cases, certain “privileges” are often overlooked—or even taken for granted. We allow ourselves to focus on the negatives; school can seem boring, tedious, or compulsory… Yet attending school is an incredible opportunity, one that not all children in the world share.
René Subissi School in Bastia, Corsica, has taken on a mission: to help students realize how fortunate they are. Free access to education; being able to get there safely, without fearing an elephant chasing them; the abundance of schools in every city, allowing for practical and easy choices… And above all, the chance to come together, to exchange ideas, grow, and make friends.
Accessing education so easily should not feel automatic or guaranteed. As Samuel says: “School is our hope.” Samuel, one of the film’s heroes, is 12 years old and travels 4 km to school every morning in a wheelchair, pushed by his brothers.
Raising students’ awareness helps them grow together, fostering solidarity. Recognizing one’s own fortune is a way to honor it. Recognizing the existence and struggles of others is a way to become better, together.
Every child deserves a chance to succeed. Every child deserves support, especially when the economic or political situation in their country makes access to education difficult.
We invite you to discover short scenes imagined and performed by the students of René Subissi School in Bastia (Corsica, France) throughout February on our social media channels.
A child’s perspective on education, solidarity, and courage—expressed with creativity and sincerity.
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