Malaysia To Raise Child Digital Safety, Mental Health Issues In Geneva
Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said the participation would allow Malaysia to share its ongoing and planned efforts, while also gaining input from other countries.
'I often highlight the ministry's role in raising awareness through advocacy programmes in schools, targeting students, teachers and parents to educate them on the risks and impact of children's exposure to social media,' she said.
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