The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) is hosting joint consultations with children and other stakeholders on the Draft Child Policy Framework.
The consultations will see children from Kenya, South Sudan and Uganda gather to give their inputs on the draft framework.
According to the authority, while it has done well in formulating policies for other sectors, key gaps in IGAD interventions exist with regard to child-sensitive approaches and policies.
“The consultations with children will ensure that children from Kenya, South Sudan and Uganda are meaningfully engaged and consulted in the policy-making process to guarantee that their views on the Policy are heard and considered.
“It provides an opportunity to get firsthand insights into their needs and the challenges they face,” IGAD said.
