The National Commission on the Rights of Child (NCRC) convened a significant consultative meeting of "Working Group of Religious Scholars on Child Rights." The NCRC, an independent statutory body, was established by the Government of Pakistan to advocate for and protect the rights of children, in accordance with the National Commission on the Rights of Child Act, 2017. The primary objective of this working group is to deliberate on issues pertaining to child rights, drawing upon the collective wisdom and expertise of esteemed religious scholars. The formation of the working group of religious scholars on child rights is a significant step forward in our mission to safeguard the rights and welfare of children. The meeting commenced with a dialogue on the critical intersection of religious teachings and child rights. Scholars emphasized the protection of children's rights, fostering a shared vision for a brighter future for the nation's children. Religious scholars provided insights on how religious education can play an influential role in promoting child rights. They discussed strategies to disseminate awareness and engage in community-based initiatives that advocate for the rights and well-being of children. Moreover, religious scholars recommended to reform school curricula to incorporate child rights education, emphasizing the importance of children's rights from an early age; promoting awareness campaigns to educate parents, children, and communities about child rights and protection; enhance the capacity of teachers to effectively convey the message of child rights and protection and utilize mosques and the extensive network of madrassahs to disseminate child protection messages and raise awareness about the importance of child rights. The inaugural meeting witnessed discussions on collaborative efforts between the NCRC and religious scholars and they pledged their support for the NCRC's mission to protect children's rights, committing to raise awareness, educate communities, and provide guidance on religious teachings that align with child rights.
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