Engagement at international level is essential to elevate early family investment as a core social development priority.


This year's observance of the International Day of Families aims to demonstrate that engagement at international level is essential to elevate early family investment as a core social development priority.

Family-oriented policies can accelerate social progress with family and child benefit policies stabilizing households when most vulnerable. Income support, maternity and parental benefits, childcare, and integrated family services reduce poverty risks, improve child outcomes, and support women's economic participation - especially when implemented early. Similarly, investments in well-designed child allowances enhance nutrition, school participation, and family resilience while reducing stress and improving caregiving capacities.
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