Rana Flowers, the recently appointed UNICEF Representative to Bangladesh, underlined the organization’s dedication to supporting each and every child’s rights in Bangladesh today.
According to a foreign ministry statement, Flowers, who started her job here on August 5, made the claim after presenting her credentials to Foreign Adviser Md. Tuhid Hossain at the foreign ministry.
She underlined throughout the conference UNICEF’s strategic focus on protecting children’s rights and improving basic social services for kids, such as health, nutrition, and access to water.
“This is a crucial time for Bangladesh. My heart is with the countless children, young people and families affected by the recent violence, cyclone and flooding,” she added.
Flower also highlighted her priorities in tackling critical issues such as the climate crisis, juvenile justice and improving skills training through the educational system to boost employment opportunities for young people.
“UNICEF’s work is rooted in a commitment to children’s rights and driven by a belief in the dignity and potential of every child and young person,” he said.
Flowers added, “By working closely with the government, private sector, long-time UNICEF partners and with children and adolescents, we aim to build on our achievements and address the significant challenges ahead.” The statement also stated that UNICEF will continue to assist the interim administration, led by Flowers, in carrying out long-term development projects as well as providing immediate humanitarian help, especially in areas affected by recent natural disasters.
According to the statement, UNICEF will continue to prioritize defending the rights of kids residing in refugee camps and making sure that all kids get the assistance they require.
Flowers, an Australian national, has worked as a UNICEF representative in Vietnam, China, Cambodia, Mongolia, and Belize. She also has over 35 years of expertise in international development, child development, and policy advocacy.
