PESHAWAR, Oct 13 (APP): A ceremony to mark International Day of Girl Child was held at Child Protection Unit Kohat with a renewed commitment to safeguarding children’s rights and welfare.
On the occasion, province wide campaign against child sexual abuse was also launched to raising awareness about child protection and strengthening preventive measures against abuse.
Addressing the ceremony, Additional Assistant Commissioner, Arooba Iftikhar appreciated efforts of Social Welfare Department in promoting child protection initiatives and creating awareness about issues affecting children particularly girls.
She emphasized the importance of collective action by government institutions, civil society, parents and communities to ensure a safe and secure environment for children and to protect them from all forms of exploitation and abuse.
District Officer Social Welfare, Umar Farooq highlighted existing gaps in child protection mechanisms and stressed the need for coordinated efforts to strengthen safeguards for vulnerable children in the district.
address challenges related to child abuse and neglect.
The participants were briefed on key messages related to child rights, education, safety and protection. Participants also reiterated the commitment to ensure wellbeing, dignity and empowerment of children across the district.
Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)
