Amman: Jordan is set to join the Second Global Ministerial Conference on Ending Violence Against Children, with Minister of Social Development Wafaa Bani Mustafa emphasizing the importance of national efforts to safeguard children and combat violence.
According to Jordan News Agency, Bani Mustafa made these comments during a preparatory meeting aimed at facilitating Jordan's participation in the upcoming conference, scheduled for November in the Philippines. The meeting focused on assessing Jordan's progress on commitments made during the first conference held in Bogot¡, Colombia, and preparing for the upcoming event.
Bani Mustafa highlighted the need for a comprehensive national dossier to be presented at the conference. This dossier would detail Jordan's achievements and initiatives in child protection, including inclusive education, early intervention, healthcare, and social protection services for children of all nationalities.
Health Minister Ibrahim Bdour addressed the coordination efforts among various sectors-health, social, education, and security-to bolster responses to child violence. Similarly, Education and Human Resources Development Ministry Secretary-General Sahar Shakhatreh discussed initiatives related to inclusive education and awareness programs aimed at preventing violence and ensuring every child's right to non-discriminatory education.
Mohammad Miqdadi, Secretary-General of the National Council for Family Affairs, reaffirmed Jordan's commitment to enhancing legislation, family protection, and child services. A national preparatory session is scheduled for August 31 to review progress and set priorities for the next phase.
Brigadier General Butai Shishani, Director of the Family and Juvenile Protection Department, highlighted efforts to protect child victims and enhance services in line with international standards. This includes the work of the Integrated Centre for Victims of Violence Services, which offers comprehensive support-psychological, social, medical, legal, and security-to affected children.