An essential aspect of universal solidarity is the cultivation of global citizenship and cooperation. Education empowers individuals to become active global citizens who are aware of global issues and motivated to enact positive change. By providing individuals with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to address global challenges collaboratively, education fosters a sense of responsibility towards humanity as a whole. Through education, individuals learn to work together across borders and differences to tackle pressing issues such as poverty, inequality, and climate change, thus advancing the cause of universal solidarity.

In a world plagued by conflicts and divisions, education serves as a powerful tool for bridging divides and promoting peace. By promoting dialogue, reconciliation, and mutual understanding, education addresses the root causes of conflict and division, fostering reconciliation and healing in communities torn apart by strife. Moreover, education equips individuals with the critical thinking and conflict resolution skills necessary to resolve differences peacefully, thus contributing to the maintenance of peace and stability on both local and global scales.

Dear Thomasians, education plays a pivotal role in fostering universal solidarity by promoting empathy, understanding, cooperation, and peace among individuals and communities worldwide. Through its transformative power, education has the potential to bridge divides, empower marginalized communities, and cultivate global citizenship, thus paving the way for a more interconnected and compassionate global society. As we continue to recognize the importance of education in building universal solidarity, let us strive to embrace the values of  of‘VasudaivaKutumbakam’the timeless principle that proclaims the unity of humanity so that we create a brighter and more inclusive future for generations to come. .