👶 National Children's Day Week Approved to Address Digital-Era Child Risks

• Initiative Overview: The Cabinet of Ministers approved 'National Children’s Day Week 2026' from 25 September to 1 October, preceding the national Children’s Day on 1 October. • Core Objective: Enhance public awareness of children’s rights, increase social sensitivity, and boost community involvement in child protection efforts. • Key Focus Areas: Beyond traditional child protection, the campaign targets modern risks including internet/digital technology threats, psychological stress, negligence, and social-economic vulnerabilities. • Target Stakeholders: Mobilizing parents, teachers, public officials, service providers, and the general public to understand their roles in child protection. • Governance: Proposal submitted by Women and Child Affairs Minister Saroja Savithri Paulraj and announced by Cabinet Spokesman Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa.