UNICEF has expressed its approval following the recent approval of the Child Care and Protection Act as well as the Child Justice Act. The organization has praised the Fiji Government’s commitment to enhancing the child protection framework.
Jonathan Veitch, the UNICEF Pacific Representative, highlighted the importance of this legislative milestone, stating, “We congratulate the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection for this significant milestone which reflects a clear commitment to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and other international standards on child protection.”
Veitch also noted UNICEF’s role in aiding the development of these important Acts and emphasized the organization’s dedication to collaborating with the Government to ensure these new laws are fully implemented and effective.
This legislative progress represents a significant step forward in protecting the rights and wellbeing of children in Fiji. The collaboration between UNICEF and the Government signifies a hopeful future for child protection efforts in the region.
In summary, UNICEF’s support and the passage of these laws are a testament to the commitment to safeguarding children’s rights, indicating a positive trajectory for child welfare in Fiji.
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