Ignacio Lasarte delivered an official intervention on behalf of the International Federation for Family Development (IFFD).
The intervention highlights the International Federation for Family Development (IFFD) as a global organization working in 68 countries to strengthen parenting and childcare as key tools for protecting children. It emphasizes that IFFD’s work aligns with UNICEF’s Strategic Plan 2026–2029, particularly in promoting equity, prevention, and support for the most vulnerable families. Drawing on recent participation in major international forums, the statement argues that parenting and childcare support should be embedded in national systems and supported through public–private partnerships.
It highlights these approaches as cost-effective, scalable, and preventive, with strong benefits for child protection, mental health, and family resilience. The statement concludes by reaffirming IFFD’s commitment to family-friendly policies and its readiness to collaborate with UNICEF to improve outcomes for children worldwide.
