The NCDC Street Children Response Task Force, led by the National Office for Child Services (NOCFS) today officially launched key strategic documents to guide the NOCFS efforts in protecting and supporting vulnerable children living on the streets of Port Moresby.
Documents launched included:
– NOCFS Annual Operating Plan (2025)
– Corporate Plan (2025 – 2027)
– National Child Protection in Emergency Response Strategy (2024)
– National Report on Street Children and Children in Out of Home Care
– National Child Protection Toll-Free Emergency Service Outline
Minister for Youth, Religion & Community Development, Jason Peter stated that the documents represented a vital step forward in strengthening and expanding government effort to protect every child from harm.
He added that the event also marked a significant milestone in the Marape-Rosso’s government’s vision to ‘Leave No Child Behind.’
“This event is a testament to the commitment and ensuring that every child in Papua New Guinea is included in our nation’s development.”
“The Marape-Rosso government acknowledges that every child deserves a safe and nurturing and supportive environment where they can thrive and reach their full potential –this is not just a moral imperative; it is a fundamental human right.”
Furthermore, he stated that every family must take responsibility for protecting their children from abuse, violence and negligence.
“Every child deserves to grow up in a nurturing environment free from harm.”
The Service Hotline Number for PNG’s children is 1800 234.