UNICEF and the Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship named after Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, are commencing a new partnership aimed at strengthening efforts to ensure the well-being and rights of children in Turkmenistan. Launched during the international conference "The Year of Peace and Trust: International Cooperation in the Name of Children" this collaboration represents a significant step towards the advancement of healthcare, education, child protection, and social inclusion within the country.

"The activities of the Charitable Foundation serve as an exemplary demonstration of the tradition of assisting those in need of support. Since its establishment in 2021, it has been providing treatment and medical assistance to children requiring guardianship across the nation. UNICEF is deeply honored to establish this partnership with the Foundation on its 4th anniversary" stated Jalpa Ratna, UNICEF Representative in Turkmenistan.

Furthermore, alongside the launch of the partnership with the Charitable Foundation, UNICEF signed work plans for 2025 with the Ministry of Finance and Economy, the Office of the Ombudsman, as well as Memoranda of Understanding with the Ministry of Education and the Tennis Federation of Turkmenistan.

The international conference provided a platform for global experts, including specialists and experts from the UNICEF Regional Office, policymakers, and partners, to exchange ideas and experiences concerning the rights and well-being of children.

"UNICEF is committed to collaborating with the Government of Turkmenistan, its ministries, and the Charitable Foundation to advance a shared vision of a future in which every child is protected, educated, and empowered" noted a press release from the United Nations Children's Fund.

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