This statement from UNICEF Tajikistan announces and welcomes the government’s adoption of its first-ever National Programme on the Protection of Child Rights (2026–2030), describing it as a major step toward strengthening the country’s child protection system. The programme provides a comprehensive roadmap to improve laws, policies, services, and workforce capacity, while better integrating sectors such as social services, education, health, and justice to protect children from violence, neglect, and exploitation. It builds on recent progress and emphasizes a shift from policy commitments to practical implementation, with a strong focus on ensuring all children grow up in safe, nurturing family environments. UNICEF underscores that investing in child protection is critical for the country’s long-term development and commits to supporting the government in turning the programme into meaningful outcomes for children.