….Highlights Ongoing Interventions By MoGCSP
The Minister of Gender, Children, and Social Protection , Madam Gbeme Horace-Kollie , made a significant debut appearance on the Ok FM Morning Show on Monday, August 19, 2024, where she highlighted the Ministry’s ongoing interventions to address the critical issue of children in street situations. During the engaging discussion, the Minister provided insights into the comprehensive measures being undertaken by the Ministry to safeguard the welfare of vulnerable children across the nation.
The Minister emphasized the urgency of addressing the plight of street children, recognizing it as a multifaceted issue that requires coordinated efforts from various stakeholders, including government agencies, civil society, and the international community. She underscored the Ministry’s commitment to the “Support a Child, Secure the Future” project, an initiative aimed at removing children from the streets and providing them with access to education, healthcare, and social protection services.
In addition to discussing the street children initiative, the Minister also shed light on the broader strategic goals of the Ministry. These include fostering gender equality, empowering women and girls, and enhancing the participation of women in national development. The Ministry’s work in promoting inclusivity, combating gender-based violence, and supporting adolescent girls and young women in digital and technological spheres was also a focal point of the discussion.
The Minister’s appearance on Ok FM marks a renewed commitment to transparency and public engagement, as she reiterated the Ministry’s dedication to building a more inclusive society where every child, regardless of their background, can have a secure and prosperous future.
The Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection is dedicated to promoting gender equality and the rights of children and vulnerable groups in Liberia. The Ministry works to empower women, protect children, and ensure that all citizens can participate fully in the nation’s social, economic, and political life.
