Child Rights Activists Urge Malawi Government to Increase Resource Allocation
The 2023 theme for World Children’s Day, ‘For Every Child, Every Right!’, resonates as a powerful call to action.
Lilongwe, Malawi-As Malawi joined the global community in commemorating International Children’s Day, child rights activists are urging the government to increase its allocation of resources to programs dedicated to safeguarding the rights of children across the nation, writes Romeo Umali.
Amos Chibwana, a child rights activist, emphasizes the pressing need for a substantial commitment of resources to address myriad issues affecting children in society.
Chibwana stresses that a more significant allocation of resources is crucial in preventing and combating multiple cases of abuse faced by children.
On this significant day, marked globally as a commitment to the well-being of children, Chibwana underscores the importance of addressing challenges such as child trafficking, defilement, child labour, and early marriages.
He contends that with enhanced resources, the government can overcome these obstacles, ensuring a safer and more secure environment for the nation’s youth.
Chibwana extends his plea beyond the government, urging the general public to actively contribute to safeguarding the welfare of children, emphasizing their role as future leaders.
“There is a lot to be done to safeguard the children who are future leaders,” emphasizes Chibwana.
The 2023 theme for World Children’s Day, ‘For Every Child, Every Right!’, resonates as a powerful call to action.