The Month of the Military Child is observed in April each year and is dedicated to recognizing and honoring the children of military families. The purpose of this month is to raise awareness of the unique challenges and sacrifices that military children face and to show appreciation for their resilience and strength.
Military children often experience frequent challenges, deployments, and separations from their parents due to the demands of military service. They may have to adjust to cope with temporary physical absence of their parents, make adjustments in school and cope with the stress and uncertainty that comes with having a parent in the RBDF. The Month of the Military Child aims to highlight these challenges and support the well-being of military children by providing resources, programs, and events that promote their emotional, educational, and social development.
During this month, various activities organized to celebrate military children. Some include the Easter Egg Hunt, Art Contest, workshops, and awareness campaigns in schools and communities. RBDF installations, schools, and organizations can come together to show their support and appreciation for the sacrifices made by military children.
The Month of the Military Child serves as a reminder to recognize and acknowledge the important role that military children play in the overall well-being of military families. It is a time to honor their strength, resilience, and adaptability, as well as to provide them with the support they need to thrive despite the unique challenges they face.
The RBDF Family Support Organization along with the RBDF MWR UNIT has embarked on the creation of the framework to build toward effective further development of this Initiative for children of RBDF Personnel.
