Policy Recommendations from UNICEF

The Minister of Family, Labour, and Social Protection, L. Enkh-Amgalan, met with Andrea Rossi, Social Policy Advisor for the UNICEF East and Southeast Asia Regional Office. During their consultation, Mr. Rossi presented the report titled “Promoting Social Participation and Livelihood Support for Children in Mongolia: Evidence-Based Decision Making and Recommendations”. This meeting was part of a broader discussion on Social Policy and Child Protection, organized by the Standing Committee on Social Policy of the State Great Khural (Parliament), the Subcommittee on Sustainable Development Goals, and UNICEF.

 

In Mongolia, with a population of 3.5 million, 37.1% or approximately 1.2 million are children. Sadly, more than 70% of violence against children occurs within the family environment, highlighting the critical need for effective child protection measures.

 

While the amended Child Protection Law was adopted and came into effect on September 1, 2024, passing the law is only part of the solution. The true challenge lies in its effective implementation across all areas of society to ensure that children are protected and their rights are upheld.

 

To support the implementation of child protection policies and the creation of a robust national child protection system, policy recommendations will be sought from UNICEF. These recommendations will focus on strengthening child protection frameworks and enhancing the livelihood support for children, ensuring their social participation and access to necessary services and protection.