VOICED : Meditacion en las aulas de Sudafrica contra la violencia

In Cape Flats, a suburb of Cape Town, children practice breathing exercises and meditation to cope with the stress of gang violence. Despite the dangers, initiatives like I Meditate Africa bring hope by organizing yoga and meditation sessions in schools, promoting healthy living and a balanced lifestyle. The community faces challenges, but efforts to break the cycle of violence offer hope for future peace.

What is the primary purpose of the breathing exercises practiced by the children in Cape Flats?

• To prepare for sports competitions

• To improve physical fitness

• To escape the stress of gang violence

• To enhance academic performance

What tragic event occurred while the children were learning to meditate?

• A natural disaster

• A street shooting

• A school lockdown

• A school fire

Which city is mentioned as one of the most dangerous in the world?

• New York

• Cape Town

• Mexico City

• Rio de Janeiro

What does the I Meditate Africa initiative focus on besides meditation?

• Providing academic tutoring

• Teaching martial arts

• Promoting healthy eating and balanced living

• Organizing sports events

How many gangs are estimated to exist in Cape Flats?

• 100

• 130

• 50

• 200