Gender Ministry, UNICEF Launch Framework to End Violence Against Children
Aminata Koroma The Ministry of Gender and Children’s Affairs, in partnership with UNICEF Sierra Leone, has officially launched the Whole-of-Government Approach Framework for Preventing and Responding to Violence Against Children, in a move aimed at strengthening national efforts to protect children from all forms of abuse and violence.
The launch brought together the United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General (UNSRSG) on Violence Against Children, government ministers, child protection partners and United Nations agencies to strengthen collective efforts to ensure the safety and protection of children across Sierra Leone.
The framework establishes a strategic and coordinated approach to preventing and responding to violence against children, with emphasis on collective government responsibility, institutional collaboration and strengthening child protection systems.
The initiative is designed to go beyond policy commitments by providing a coordinated structure through which government institutions and partners can work together to address violence against children.
The Ministry of Gender and Children’s Affairs reiterated its commitment to advancing children’s rights and well-being, stressing the importance of collaboration with government institutions and development partners to ensure that every child grows up in a safe environment, free from violence.