Unicef, IIUI ink MoU for child rights protection

Islamabad:Unicef Pakistan and the Islamic Research Institute (IRI) of the International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Thursday to enhance the protection of children's rights in Pakistan.

The MoU was part of the launch of a research initiative focused on applying behavioural science to facilitate social dialogue and transformation regarding child rights. The speakers underscored the importance of ensuring children’s rights to survival, education, and protection against violence. They pointed out that the challenge lies not in legislation but in societal attitudes that often condone discrimination and violence against children. The signing ceremony took place at the Allama Iqbal Auditorium, with Abdullah A. Fadil, UNICEF's Country Chief, as the chief guest. Rana Mashood Ahmad Khan, Chairman of the Prime Minister's Youth Program, chaired the event.