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Hungarian school career program controversy
Overview
A career orientation program at Újpetre Primary School, conducted by the Emberség Erejével Alapítvány, sparked political controversy in Hungary. The session, titled ‘Ha nagy leszek’ (If I Grow Up), used a board game to teach third and fourth-grade students that career interests and preferences are not strictly tied to gender.
Politicians from Fidesz, KDNP, and Mi Hazánk criticized the foundation, with leaders accusing the organization of ‘rainbow lobbying’ and attempting to sensitize children to LGBTQ topics. The school principal denied that the session covered sexual identity or development, stating that educators were present and all legal requirements were met.
Following the debate and protests from some parents, the Klebelsberg Center intervened by requesting detailed information from the Mohács District Center. The Center emphasized that the safety and healthy development of children must remain the priority, while calling on media representatives to avoid filming students to protect them from the ongoing political dispute.
Entities
Újpetre Primary School · Hajduné Huszár Hajnalka · Klebelsberg Center · László Toroczkai · Mohács District Center
Timeline
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[POLITICS] 2 sourcesKlebelsberg Center intervenes in Újpetre Primary School controversy
The Klebelsberg Center is investigating a controversial career orientation session at Újpetre Primary School and has urged the media to protect students from political disputes.
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[POLITICS] 3 sourcesHungarian politicians spark controversy over school career program
Hungarian politicians from Fidesz and Mi Hazánk criticized a career orientation program at Újpetre Primary School, alleging LGBTQ lobbying after a session discussed gender-neutral career interests.
Sources
eduline.hu · g7.hu · klubradio.hu · pecsma.hu · toysforlife.co.nz