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Child Protection Unit inaugurated

By Our Correspondent
October 05, 2024
Deputy Commissioner Shahid Ali along with other officials inaugurating Child Protection Unit in collaboration with UNICEF on Oct 3, 2024. — APP/File.
Deputy Commissioner Shahid Ali along with other officials inaugurating Child Protection Unit in collaboration with UNICEF on Oct 3, 2024. — APP/File.

KHAR: A Child Protection Unit (CPU) in Bajaur district with the support of United Nations International Children’s Fund (UNICEF). 

Deputy Commissioner, Bajaur, Shahid Ali was the chief guest on the occasion. Officials of the district administration, Social welfare Department, representatives of the district child protection committee (DCPC) Bajaur and male & female members of the Community Based Child Protection Committees (CB-CPC) attended the ceremony.

“The CPU is aimed at safeguarding and promoting the rights of children, providing prevention and response to cases of child abuse, neglect and exploitation,” said the

deputy commissioner, adding, the establishment of this CPU reflects the government’s strong commitment to ensuring the protection of children at risk and fostering a safer environment for the most vulnerable members of society.