We all have a responsibility to build a responsive and protective society for our children to thrive and grow. Ahsan Khan, provides key information about good touch and bad touch to children about the ways in which they can protect themselves. Hoshyar raho, mehfooz raho (Be careful, be safe) This message is brought to you by the National Commission on the Rights of Child (NCRC), Government of Pakistan
Child Rights in Focus
Important Message by the National Commission on the Rights of Child (NCRC) on role of parenting وہ شخص بنیں جو آپ اپنے بچے کو بنانا چاہتے ہیں۔ بچے ہمارا مستقبل ہیں، آئیے اپنا مستقبل سنواریں Be the person you want your child to be. Children are our future, let’s secure our future!
A large number of children in Pakistan drop out of school because of the behaviour and strictness of teachers. A good teacher can lead to one hundred percent attendance of students. This message is brought to you by SPARC (NGO)
Message from SPARC highlighting the role of the teacher in dealing with corporal punishment
The video titled “Fighting child marriage in Pakistan with Civil Registration and Vital Statistics” highlights the partnership between the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Government of Pakistan in establishing a robust and centralized Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) system. The video emphasizes the importance of this collaboration in addressing the issue of child marriage in Pakistan. To watch the video in Urdu, click below: Acknowledgement/ Credit: UNFPA Pakistan
“Child Marriage in Punjab: A Political Economy Analysis and Policy Options” is a study commissioned by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and conducted by the Population Council. Its objective is to analyze the political and economic factors surrounding child marriage in the context of Punjab province in Pakistan. The study aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the sociocultural narratives, discourse, and practices related to child marriage, with a particular focus on the
Mainstreaming into secondary school in a private non-formal education programme” is research from the Sindh Education Non-State Actors (SENSA) program. The program is part of technical assistance provided by Oxford Policy Management (OPM). This report provides an executive summary of the research findings. Read Mainstreaming into secondary school in a private non-formal education programme Ececutive Summary
“State of Children Report” is an annual publication produced by the Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC), a non-governmental organization based in Pakistan. The report provides information on the situation of children in the country, covering various aspects such as health, education, violence against children, juvenile justice system, etc. The report is widely cited by government officials, policy makers, media, and other stakeholders, and serves as an important advocacy
The Situation Analysis of Children in Pakistan, published by UNICEF Pakistan, considers the progress made in recent years and outlines issues to be considered in policy-making to strengthen the realisation of children’s rights. While taking stock of progress in Pakistan, it also identifies gaps and priorities for government-led programme interventions. The report aims to support national efforts and institutions in their endeavour to realise and uphold the rights of all girls and boys as
The state of children in Pakistan is a complex issue that is affected by a variety of factors. Many children in Pakistan face significant challenges. “The State of Children in Pakistan” report profiles the state of child rights and conditions of children in Pakistan, nationally, provincially and special areas/ territories, based mainly on data available from the government departments. Published in Year 2015 by Wafaqi Mohtasib (Federal Ombudsman), this report was an update of
Child domestic labor is a serious issue in Pakistan, where many children, both girls and boys, especially from low-income families, are forced to work as domestic workers. These children are often at high risk of abuse, exploitation, and neglect. They typically work long hours and are paid little or no wages. They are also denied access to education and healthcare, and are often isolated from their own families when they are living at the
Child marriage is a significant issue in Pakistan, where according to the UN, Pakistan has the sixth-highest number of child brides in the world. Child marriage has serious consequences for the girls involved, including a higher risk of health problems, domestic violence, and poverty. Girls who are married young are also more likely to drop out of school and have lower literacy rates. Additionally child marriage also has a detrimental effect on the social