Unicef advisory council launched to advance child rights

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ISLAMABAD: The Unicef Pakistan Advisory Council (UPAC) was launched on Tuesday to create a platform to advance child rights in Pakistan.

The council brings together thought leaders, philanthropists and advocates who share Unicef’s values and a commitment to tackling the challenges facing children, from access to education, nutrition and protection to gender barriers, frontier technologies and climate change, Unicef announced.

“This is an important moment for children in Pakistan. The council brings together a diverse network of leaders and advocates to inspire, engage and collaborate to create a more equitable Pakistan for children. The UPAC will help forge new pathways and co-create solutions that uplift children to reach their true potential,” said Unicef Representative in Pakistan, Abdullah Fadil.

UPAC is co-chaired by Abdullah Fadil, Unicef Representative in Pakistan, and Murtaza Hashwani, entrepreneur and philanthropist.

The council currently consists of 17 members from the business sector, civil society, media and academia who are committed to promoting child rights and bringing about a positive change in their areas of influence.

The council will convene regularly to discuss strategies, leverage their networks and resources, explore innovations, and share insights and expertise to inform Unicef’s programmes and child-centred solutions.

Published in Dawn, December 11th, 2024

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Amin Ahmed is an Islamabad-based correspondent for Dawn with nearly two decades of experience in the field. He reports on socio-economic development, agriculture, and privatisation, as well as parliamentary committees.

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