BY LORETTA B MANELE
Having a plan is one thing but implementing it is the real test at hand.
Dr Tristan Armstrong, representative from DFAT, Australian High Commission shared the sentiment whilst speaking at the recent launch of Ministry of Health’s “Child and Family Welfare System-Multi-Sectoral Implementation Plan 2025-2030” at Heritage Park Hotel last Friday.
In early remarks, he said voiced the importance of family and children.
“Families are the cradle of our life. They are our cradle and children are the most precious gifts. The children are the future of this country, of every country.
“They are the future for you. So, you must treasure the children,” said Armstrong.
Marking a significant milestone, he said they are very happy with the presence of partners and stakeholders at the occasion.
Armstrong stressed that their gathering is of a shared commitment to protect the rights and well-being of children and families and to build resilient communities.
He pointed out that this should be carried out through better coordination and evidence-based action along with inclusive development.
Armstrong said as Solomon Islands biggest development partner, Australia recognises the importance of multi-sectoral collaboration.
Moreover, he pointed out that the real test of their commitment to this plan is having it implemented.
Armstrong also mentioned how complex dealing with family and sexual violence issues can be given the different causes and areas related to those issues.
However, he said with continued commitment and support they can address these issues by implementing the plan.
“But with continued commitment and support, we will make this happen,” said Armstrong.
He stated that it is really important to make a change and this is something they have already started doing.
“We have already started. We have already done a lot of the thinking behind this and this product is the evidence of that,” said Armstrong.
He noted that Australia is proud to stand with Solomon Islands in marking such an important event and moment.
The “Child and Family Welfare System-Multi-Sectoral Implementation Plan 2025-2030” is an initiative involving the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS), Ministry of Women, Youth, Children and Family Affairs (MWYCFA), UNICEF and Australia.
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