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Global Advocates Unite for Child Protection in Sri Lanka

7/28/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The International Conference on Child Protection (ICCP’25) in Sri Lanka brought together over 250 passionate advocates from July 25-27 to combat violence against children. With the backing of the EU and UNICEF, the event focused on enhancing child protection systems and championing justice and reintegration for young victims, igniting hope for a safer future.

History

Historical Context

The 1989 United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child established a global framework for child protection, ratified by over 190 countries. This treaty, supported by UNICEF, laid the groundwork for ongoing initiatives like the ICCP’25 in Sri Lanka, which aims to combat violence against children and enhance justice systems, reflecting decades of advocacy for children's rights and welfare.

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Story summary

The International Conference on Child Protection (ICCP’25) in Sri Lanka brought together over 250 passionate advocates from July 25-27 to combat violence against children. With the backing of the EU and UNICEF, the event focused on enhancing child protection systems and championing justice and reintegration for young victims, igniting hope for a safer future.

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