Sisimpur, the pioneering multimedia educational initiative on early childhood development, celebrated its 19th anniversary on April 15th. The program, which targets young Bangladeshi children and their parents, caregivers, and educators, has been empowering them with its informative, innovative, and witty approach to education for almost two decades.
Since its inception in 2005 with support from the American people through USAID, Sisimpur has been promoting learning among children at the pre-primary and primary levels in the areas of literacy, numeracy, health, nutrition, safety, environment, gender equity, social responsibility, mutual respect, and diversity. It has been achieving this through its Television Series and digital platforms, as well as diverse outreach programs in schools and communities.
Apart from its innovative and fun approach to education, Sisimpur has been working on internet safety for children for several years now. Currently, the 16th season of Sisimpur in Bangladesh is being aired on four television channels: Duronto, RTV, Maasranga, and Boishakhi TV. It is noteworthy that Sisimpur has been broadcasting uninterrupted on Bangladesh Television for the past 19 years, thanks to the efforts of the Ministry of Women and Children Affairs, Ministry of Primary and Mass Education, and Ministry of Cultural Affairs.
Sisimpur Bangladesh aims to fulfil the initial educational needs of children aged three to eight years. It focuses on the holistic development of children through language, mathematics, environment, healthy and nutritious food, health safety, disaster preparedness, discussion on savings, planning, and Bangladesh's arts, culture, and heritage.
The program operates all its programs through collaboration with governmental, non-governmental, and international organisations, including Sesame Workshop's educational television series "Sesame Street", based in New York.
Overall, Sisimpur has been a game-changer in the field of early childhood development in Bangladesh, and its 19th anniversary marks yet another milestone for this remarkable educational initiative.