Chairperson Child Protection & Welfare Bureau, MPA Sarah Ahmad (T.I.), represented Pakistan at the South Asia Ministerial Conference on Ending Violence Against Children (EVAC) in Colombo, Sri Lanka, alongside Secretary Human Rights Abdul Khaliq Sheikh and DG Human Rights Muhammad Arshad.
Prime Minister of Sri Lanka Dr. Harini Amarasuriya graced the event as Chief Guest.
The conference, jointly organized by SAARC, UNICEF , and World Health Organization (WHO), brings together ministers, secretaries, and senior officials from across South Asia to strengthen regional efforts to end violence against children.
In her presentation, she highlighted Pakistan’s progress in strengthening child protection systems, expanding child protection services, advancing positive parenting initiatives, improving online child safety, and developing a National Strategic Action Plan on Violence Against Children.
She expressed her gratitude to the Prime Minister of Pakistan for nominating her to represent the country at this important regional forum. Pakistan remains committed to ensuring that every child grows up safe, protected, and able to reach their full potential.
