Globally, millions of children still lack birth registration, which is essential for legal identity and access to rights like education, healthcare, and protection from exploitation. Despite progress in recent years, challenges such as poverty, lack of awareness, and systemic gaps continue to hinder universal registration. Efforts to simplify processes and integrate registration with health and social services are showing promise.
In Pakistan, disparities persist, especially in rural and low-income areas, where many children remain unregistered. Addressing these gaps requires targeted policies, community outreach, and better integration of registration systems with essential public services. Achieving universal registration is vital to ensuring every child’s rights and opportunities.
Click here to read the full report: The Right Start in Life: Global Levels and Trends In Birth Registration 2024 Update
