Child advocates, civil society groups want a say in proposed children's department


PETALING JAYA: Child advocates and civil society organisations want to be included in shaping the special department for children mooted by the Women, Family and Community Development Minister.

A group of 54 child advocates and civil society organisations said in a statement that Cabinet’s agreement to establish a special department for children brings hope in the New Year.

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