Mayiandit County, Unity State
Leaders sensitized on harmful cultural norms
Influential leaders and parents aligned on child rights messaging, including during school-based awareness days with local administrators.MHA engaged caregivers, parents, and community leaders on child labour, exploitation, neglect, early marriage, and protection-sensitive messaging in Unity State payams.
Facilitated sessions with caregivers and parents described core concepts of child abuse, neglect, exploitation, and harmful practices affecting children in emergencies.
Parents’ day ceremonies at primary schools brought together chiefs, religious leaders, and staff to discuss forced marriage, street children, and lack of parental care.
Awareness at child-friendly spaces complemented wider GBV and child protection prevention, linking communities to services where available.
