Soppeng, Indonesia, Kabartujuhsatu.news, In a bold and highly strategic step toward social transformation, the Government of Soppeng Regency has officially initiated a major action plan aimed at eliminating violence against children and building a fully integrated Child-Friendly Regency (KLA) 2026 framework.
The high-level meeting, held at the DP3AP2KB Office Hall on Wednesday (15/4/2026), gathered key officials, policy makers, and child protection stakeholders in what insiders describe as a “turning point moment” for regional child welfare reform.
The Head of DP3AP2KB Soppeng, Hj. A. Husniati, S.Sos., M.M., emphasized that the initiative is rooted in strong legal foundations, including national regulations on domestic violence prevention and child protection laws. The program is also fully aligned with the 2026 regional budget implementation plan.
According to officials, the primary mission is clear: eradicate all forms of violence against children while ensuring sustainable fulfillment of children’s rights across all sectors.
“This is not just a program. It is a long-term commitment to protect the future generation of Soppeng,” she stated during the session.
Soppeng Regent H. Suwardi Haseng, S.E., delivered a powerful message that resonated throughout the meeting hall, stressing that child protection is not the responsibility of a single institution, but a shared duty from central to regional governments.
He highlighted that children must be guaranteed the right to live, grow, develop, and participate safely—free from violence and discrimination.
“Without strong collaboration, the vision of a Child-Friendly Regency cannot be achieved,” the Regent emphasized.
In a striking appeal, the Regent called for a unified movement involving government agencies, private sector actors, academics, community organizations, and child forums to strengthen coordination and data integration.
He also underlined the importance of improving reporting systems, institutional strengthening, and creating safe environments both in schools and society.
Experts involved in the meeting noted that data accuracy and cross-sector synchronization will be key determinants in achieving higher KLA classification status.
The action plan is expected to significantly improve:
Child protection systems
Violence prevention mechanisms
Administrative reporting and evaluation systems
Community awareness on child rights
Authorities also hope the program will enhance the region’s performance in national child-friendly city/regency assessments.
The event brought together 25 members of the Child-Friendly Regency Task Force (Gugus Tugas KLA), along with facilitators from South Sulawesi Province who provided technical guidance on evaluation and data input processes.
Senior officials from the Regional Development Planning Agency (Bappelitbangda) and various SKPD offices were also in attendance, marking strong institutional backing for the initiative.
The Regent officially opened the event with optimism, encouraging participants to maximize the opportunity to strengthen their capacity in implementing child protection policies.
As Soppeng moves forward, this initiative signals a broader ambition: transforming local governance into a model of child-friendly development that could potentially inspire other regions.
“This is where policy meets real protection for children’s future,” officials concluded.
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