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Gender Ministry marks International Day of Families with call to tackle inequalities affecting children
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- The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) commemorated the 2026 International Day of Families under the theme “Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing.”
- The Ministry highlighted growing social and economic inequalities, such as poverty, unemployment, and limited access to services, which weaken families' ability to support children.
- MoGCSP reaffirmed the government's commitment to strengthening families and improving child wellbeing through social protection programmes like LEAP and the School Feeding Programme.
- Key policy frameworks mentioned include the Child and Family Welfare Policy, Justice for Children Policy, National Child Policy, and the Early Childhood Care and Development Policy.
- The Ministry called for collaborative efforts from parents, caregivers, traditional and religious leaders, civil society organizations, and development partners to build stronger families and safer environments for children.
Why This Matters
This article is significant for Ghana as it addresses foundational issues of national development, social cohesion, and the protection of vulnerable groups. By focusing on strengthening families and improving child wellbeing, Ghana is investing in its future human capital and stability, directly tackling systemic challenges like poverty and inequality that hinder progress.
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