Tissemsilt, Algeria – The National Commissioner for the Protection and Promotion of Childhood, Meriem Cherfi, arrived in the wilaya of Tissemsilt on Sunday evening. She was accompanied by the President of the National Human Rights Council, Maya Fadil Sahel, and the UNICEF representative in Algeria, Catherine Johansen. They were welcomed by the Wali of the wilaya and local authorities.
Algeria child protection Tissemsilt visit
This visit is part of the ongoing preparations to host the national meeting organized on the occasion of International Children's Day, under the theme "Children's Rights are an Integral Part of Human Rights." The event aims to underscore the importance of child welfare and rights within the broader framework of human rights.
Furthermore, the visit marks the launch of a mental health caravan dedicated to the early diagnosis of children on the autism spectrum and those with mild intellectual disabilities. This initiative underscores Algeria's commitment to addressing the developmental needs of its youngest citizens.
Related topics: Algeria, Tissemsilt, Child Protection, International Children's Day, Mental Health, Autism Spectrum
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