Recently, the head of the country's Social Affairs Organization addressed an issue that may have received less attention: the alienation of the young generation from Iran's rich and invaluable heritage. This official expressed regret over the negligence in transferring civilizational values to the new generation, signaling a serious warning for national culture and identity.
Cultural and Educational Damages
Experts believe that this alienation stems from the weakness of cultural and educational institutions that have failed to properly introduce this immense wealth. The head of the Social Affairs Organization emphasized the need for greater attention to the education and promotion of Iranian culture, stating: "The young generation must become familiar with their history and culture to better understand their identity."
Challenges Ahead
Today, in the age of communication and technology, the young generation has become more dependent on the digital world and foreign cultures, which can pose a serious challenge to preserving national identity. The head of the Social Affairs Organization suggested that cultural institutions should guide the new generation towards understanding the cultural and civilizational values of Iran through precise and scientific planning.
He also emphasized that merely holding ceremonies and festivals is not enough, and the topic of culture and national identity should be addressed more deeply and extensively. Meanwhile, some educational and cultural institutions have still failed to accurately introduce the history and heritage of Iran to the young generation.
In this regard, the head of the Social Affairs Organization called on all relevant institutions and organizations to collaborate in creating effective cultural programs and to take fundamental steps to prevent this alienation.
