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KOLKATA, INDIA – MARCH 22, 2025: In a heartwarming gesture, a newlywed doctor couple celebrated their two-week wedding milestone by organizing a special lunch for nearly seventy children of migratory Adivasi laborers at Mohan Brickfield near Kolkata, India, on March 22, 2025. The event was attended by relatives, family friends, and the children’s guardians. These laborers, primarily from tribal communities, work at the brickfield for about eight months a year, excluding the monsoon season. The children, aged between two and fifteen, are beneficiaries of a Non-Formal Education system that offers free learning opportunities to those without access to formal schooling. The couple’s celebration brought joy, solidarity, and attention to the importance of education and compassion in community life.

KOLKATA, INDIA – MARCH 22, 2025: In a heartwarming gesture, a newlywed doctor couple celebrated their two-week wedding milestone by organizing a special lunch for nearly seventy children of migratory Adivasi laborers at Mohan Brickfield near Kolkata, India, on March 22, 2025. The event was attended by relatives, family friends, and the children’s guardians. These laborers, primarily from tribal communities, work at the brickfield for about eight months a year, excluding the monsoon season. The children, aged between two and fifteen, are beneficiaries of a Non-Formal Education system that offers free learning opportunities to those without access to formal schooling. The couple’s celebration brought joy, solidarity, and attention to the importance of education and compassion in community life.

KOLKATA, INDIA – MARCH 22, 2025: In a heartwarming gesture, a newlywed doctor couple celebrated their two-week wedding milestone by organizing a special lunch for nearly seventy children of migratory Adivasi laborers at Mohan Brickfield near Kolkata, India, on March 22, 2025. The event was attended by relatives, family friends, and the children’s guardians. These laborers, primarily from tribal communities, work at the brickfield for about eight months a year, excluding the monsoon season. The children, aged between two and fifteen, are beneficiaries of a Non-Formal Education system that offers free learning opportunities to those without access to formal schooling. The couple’s celebration brought joy, solidarity, and attention to the importance of education and compassion in community life.

Puerto Madero, Buenos Aires, Argentina: Aurelia Jeffery pauses during a quiet lunch, her hand gently brushing her eye while seated in a high chair inside a bustling local eatery. The composition utilizes a shallow depth of field to draw the viewer’s eye toward the toddler's expressive moment, while the foreground reveals a stainless steel bowl filled with colorful, nutrient-rich vegetables. Warm, natural light streams through the adjacent windows, catching the wood-paneled interior that reflects the sophisticated, reclaimed dockland architecture typical of this historic maritime district. The gentle clatter of cutlery and the murmur of conversation outside the frame suggest a midday respite in one of the city’s most revitalized urban zones. Every detail in this candid portrait highlights the intersection of modern family life and the refined culinary atmosphere that defines contemporary Argentina. By capturing these intimate, everyday interactions in world-class destinations, the photograph emphasizes the universal nature of childhood development amidst the backdrop of evolving global cities. The textures of the wooden furniture and the metallic sheen of the dinnerware provide a grounded, tactile contrast to the ethereal, sunlit environment. This scene serves as a testament to the seamless integration of parenthood into the adventurous lifestyle of global exploration. This image is a collaborative production by Samuel Jeffery and Audrey Bergner for Project 23.

 

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Puerto Madero, Buenos Aires, Argentina: Aurelia Jeffery hace una pausa durante un almuerzo tranquilo, con su mano rozando suavemente su ojo mientras está sentada en una silla alta dentro de un animado restaurante local. La composición utiliza una profundidad de campo reducida para atraer la mirada del espectador hacia este momento expresivo de la pequeña, mientras que el primer plano revela un tazón de acero inoxidable lleno de verduras coloridas y nutritivas. La luz natural y cálida entra a través de las ventanas adyacentes, capturando el interior revestido de madera que refleja la sofisticada arquitectura de muelles recuperados típica de este histórico distrito marítimo. El suave tintineo de los cubiertos y el murmullo de la conversación fuera del encuadre sugieren un respiro al mediodía en una de las zonas urbanas más revitalizadas de la ciudad. Cada detalle en este retrato cándido resalta la intersección de la vida familiar moderna y la atmósfera culinaria refinada que define a la Argentina contemporánea. Al capturar estas interacciones íntimas y cotidianas en destinos de clase mundial, la fotografía enfatiza la naturaleza universal del desarrollo infantil en medio del contexto de las ciudades globales en evolución. Las texturas de los muebles de madera y el brillo metálico de la vajilla proporcionan un contraste táctil y sólido con el entorno etéreo e iluminado por el sol. Esta escena sirve como testimonio de la integración perfecta de la paternidad en el estilo de vida aventurero de la exploración global. Esta imagen es una producción colaborativa de Samuel Jeffery y Audrey Bergner para el Proyecto 23.

 

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Your Baby Can is a chain of early learning centre with a warm positive environment where children aged between 3 months and 5 years can engage in active learning and group activities. The Baby Development activities stimulate the senses and help your baby develop.

Bariloche, Rio Negro: A father playfully guides his daughter down a handcrafted wooden slide inside a cozy, rustic indoor play space. The warm, ambient lighting accentuates the natural grain of the timber structures, evoking the charm of alpine-style architecture common throughout the Argentine Lake District. As the young child slides toward the foreground, her expression reflects pure delight and the simplicity of childhood exploration. The scene is framed by intricate wall murals depicting local pastoral themes, grounding the indoor activity within the regional artistic identity of the Andes. The photographer captures a shallow depth of field, isolating the interaction between parent and child against the textured, earthy backdrop of the play area. This intimate moment highlights the family-friendly nature of the region, where cultural hospitality merges with recreational traditions in a mountain setting. The composition emphasizes a gentle balance between dynamic movement and the stable, protective presence of the parent. Beyond the slide, subtle glimpses of traditional carousel elements suggest the nostalgic, whimsical atmosphere preserved in these mountain retreats. Such scenes demonstrate why families are increasingly drawn to Northern Patagonia for its blend of outdoor adventure and inviting, culturally rich interior spaces. This image is a collaborative production by Samuel Jeffery and Audrey Bergner for Project 23.

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Bariloche, Río Negro: Un padre guía con alegría a su hija por un tobogán de madera hecho a mano dentro de un acogedor espacio de juegos interior. La cálida iluminación ambiental acentúa el grano natural de las estructuras de madera, evocando el encanto de la arquitectura de estilo alpino común en toda la Región de los Lagos de Argentina. Mientras la pequeña se desliza hacia el frente, su expresión refleja puro deleite y la sencillez de la exploración infantil. La escena está enmarcada por intrincados murales que representan temas pastorales locales, integrando la actividad interior con la identidad artística regional de los Andes. El fotógrafo captura una profundidad de campo reducida, aislando la interacción entre padre e hija contra el fondo texturizado y terroso del área de juegos. Este momento íntimo destaca la naturaleza familiar de la región, donde la hospitalidad cultural se fusiona con las tradiciones recreativas en un entorno montañoso. La composición enfatiza un equilibrio suave entre el movimiento dinámico y la presencia estable y protectora del padre. Más allá del tobogán, destellos sutiles de elementos de carrusel tradicionales sugieren la atmósfera nostálgica y caprichosa que se conserva en estos refugios de montaña. Estas escenas demuestran por qué las familias se sienten cada vez más atraídas por el norte de la Patagonia, por su combinación de aventuras al aire libre y espacios interiores acogedores y culturalmente ricos. Esta imagen es una producción colaborativa de Samuel Jeffery y Audrey Bergner para el Proyecto 23.

 

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Colegio de la Fundación Amanecer - Amanecer Foundation school

As part of the Tamkeen II project, a follow-up session on the implementation of Early Childhood Development (ECD) activities was conducted on 18 February 2026 at the Mhardeh center, Hama Governorate. The follow-up aimed to ensure that ECD activities are delivered in a safe and supportive environment for children, verify that facilitators apply holistic and integrated learning approaches, and provide necessary support to enhance the effectiveness and success of the activities. This activity contributes to promoting quality early childhood education and fostering cognitive, emotional, and social development for children in the Mhardeh community.

This activity is part of the Tamkeen project, which aims to (re) engage Conflict-affected and vulnerable children and young people (aged 3-24), especially vulnerable girls, IDPs, and children and young people with disabilities in safe and quality learning and development through non-formal, community-based settings, also to Strengthened capacity of local partners and communities. This activity is funded by the Swiss Development Cooperation (SDC) and implemented by AKF and Mhardeh Charitable Association.

Pretend grocery store made of recyclables and reusable grocery bags

'After-School' pilot programme. Photo Monica Ramirez.

KOLKATA, INDIA – MARCH 22, 2025: In a heartwarming gesture, a newlywed doctor couple celebrated their two-week wedding milestone by organizing a special lunch for nearly seventy children of migratory Adivasi laborers at Mohan Brickfield near Kolkata, India, on March 22, 2025. The event was attended by relatives, family friends, and the children’s guardians. These laborers, primarily from tribal communities, work at the brickfield for about eight months a year, excluding the monsoon season. The children, aged between two and fifteen, are beneficiaries of a Non-Formal Education system that offers free learning opportunities to those without access to formal schooling. The couple’s celebration brought joy, solidarity, and attention to the importance of education and compassion in community life.

A young child is focusing on placing a twenty dollar bill inside a miniature shopping cart. This playful activity takes place indoors, creating a fun learning opportunity about money management.

First 'graduates' of the pre-school

San Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro: Aurelia Jeffery engages in a quiet moment of discovery within the historic, refined atmosphere of the Llao Llao Hotel. Surrounded by sunlight that streams through a large window, the toddler focuses intently on her toy trucks, creating a gentle contrast against the backdrop of an iconic Patagonian landmark. The room, filled with soft textures from the floor and a plush cushion, highlights the seamless integration of family life within one of Argentina’s most prestigious luxury retreats. The composition utilizes natural side-lighting to emphasize the tactile quality of the scene, capturing the innocence of childhood exploration in a setting defined by architectural legacy. Outside the frame, the rugged peaks of the Andes and the shimmering waters of Lake Nahuel Huapi stand as silent sentinels to this intimate indoor tableau. The scene serves as a testament to the versatility of luxury travel, demonstrating how world-class heritage properties cater to the needs of young families seeking comfort in remote environments. This image is a collaborative production by Samuel Jeffery and Audrey Bergner for Project 23.

 

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San Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro: Aurelia Jeffery se involucra en un momento tranquilo de descubrimiento dentro de la histórica y refinada atmósfera del Hotel Llao Llao. Rodeada por la luz del sol que entra a través de una gran ventana, la niña se concentra intensamente en sus camiones de juguete, creando un suave contraste contra el telón de fondo de un emblemático hito de la Patagonia. La habitación, llena de texturas suaves provenientes del suelo y un cojín mullido, resalta la perfecta integración de la vida familiar dentro de uno de los retiros de lujo más prestigiosos de Argentina. La composición utiliza iluminación natural lateral para enfatizar la calidad táctil de la escena, capturando la inocencia de la exploración infantil en un entorno definido por un legado arquitectónico. Fuera del encuadre, los picos escarpados de los Andes y las aguas centelleantes del lago Nahuel Huapi permanecen como centinelas silenciosos de este cuadro interior. La escena sirve como testimonio de la versatilidad de los viajes de lujo, demostrando cómo las propiedades patrimoniales de clase mundial satisfacen las necesidades de las familias jóvenes que buscan comodidad en entornos remotos. Esta imagen es una producción colaborativa de Samuel Jeffery y Audrey Bergner para el Proyecto 23.

 

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WSC Kalimantan, Indonesia

03/12/2017 - Community gardens

Learning numbers the fun way! 🔢✨

At Lawrance Learning Lounge, our little learners explored number recognition through hands-on, joyful activities.

Strong foundations begin here! 🌟

#LawranceLearningLounge #NumberRecognition #EarlyLearning #PreschoolActivities #MohaliSchools #Sector68Mohali #KidsLearning #ActivityBasedLearning #PreSchoolMohali #ChildDevelopment #EarlyYearsEducation

“Patience provides perspective.” Hintay lang. May dahilan kung bakit kailangan ng panahon bago makita ang pagkaka-iba. #childdevelopment #parenting #AutismOKPH

03/12/2017 - community gardens

KOLKATA, INDIA – MARCH 22, 2025: In a heartwarming gesture, a newlywed doctor couple celebrated their two-week wedding milestone by organizing a special lunch for nearly seventy children of migratory Adivasi laborers at Mohan Brickfield near Kolkata, India, on March 22, 2025. The event was attended by relatives, family friends, and the children’s guardians. These laborers, primarily from tribal communities, work at the brickfield for about eight months a year, excluding the monsoon season. The children, aged between two and fifteen, are beneficiaries of a Non-Formal Education system that offers free learning opportunities to those without access to formal schooling. The couple’s celebration brought joy, solidarity, and attention to the importance of education and compassion in community life.

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