Guyana to add moral and civic education to school curriculum

The Ministry of Education has announced that moral and civic education will soon become part of Guyana’s national school curriculum, alongside the rollout of a new online platform for reporting bullying.

Education Minister Sonia Parag made the announcement at a national anti-bullying consultation, saying the initiative is part of a broader effort to eliminate bullying in schools and promote positive values among students.

Parag said the introduction of moral and civic education aims to foster empathy, kindness, and a sense of responsibility in young people.

“Moral education should be the foundation upon which we become better human beings as we grow,” she said, adding that the goal is to “make acts of kindness and goodwill a habit that is very difficult to break.”

As part of the campaign, the ministry also launched the Management Information System Unit (MISU) platform, a secure digital tool allowing students, parents, and teachers to report bullying or harassment anonymously.

The Education Ministry said the platform will strengthen accountability and ensure timely intervention in bullying cases, marking a significant step in Guyana’s efforts to build safer, more respectful school environments.