Minister makes child development a priority
The development of children is one of the top priorities for the Ministry of Women, Children and Poverty Alleviation, says Minister Rosy Sofia Akbar.?
Mrs Akbar made these comments during her official visit to residential homes in Western Division last week. On Wednesday, the Minister for Children visited the children at Veilomani Boys Home in Namosau, Ba along with St Mina Children’s Home and Treasure House in Nadi. ?Mrs Akbar and the staff from the Ministry also took time to celebrate Diwali and presented gift packs for the children at Veilomani Boys Home.
?“We will ensure that the children who are under our care are well looked after and my Ministry will do everything within its powers to ensure that they become responsible citizens. With a positive attitude, we will move forward in taking their lives to greater heights. This Ministry will continue to strengthen its partnership with non-government organisations to reach out to as many underprivileged children in our society,” Mrs Akbar said.?
“On the offset I would like to thank the Ministry staff and the management of Veilomani Boys Home for looking after the welfare of these children. The Ministry has embarked on a more compassionate way of addressing issues concerning underprivileged persons and regardless of the circumstances that brought these children under our care, we will do our best to see that they reach their greatest potential in life.
”?The Minister also encouraged young boys at Veilomani to excel in their studies and fulfil their dreams.?“We believe that education is the greatest weapon that is going to shape your lives. Dream big, start dreaming about what you want to become and work hard towards achieving that dream. Values like discipline, respect for each other will take you closer towards your dream. With these words, I wish you all a happy Diwali and blessed new year,” Mrs Akbar said.?
Reverend Sarwesh Kumar Singh, Superintendent of Veilomani Boys Home who is also the Principal for Veilomani Vocational College, thanked the government delegation for the timely visit.?“This home was established way back in 1976 and initially, there were six boys at this centre. Today we have total of 23 boys. Seventeen of them have been placed here by the Department of Social Welfare and all of these children are provided with food, clothing, education and opportunities to develop themselves,” Mr Singh said.
?“Most of these boys don’t have families and some of them come from broken families. The vision of the Home is to ensure that all the children who are placed here are able to broaden their knowledge and when they grow they will be a blessing for their communities,” he added.?“We are thankful to the Madam Minister for visiting them at this festive season as it brings happiness and hope to these children. Today’s visit by Madam Minister and her team reflects on the government’s commitment to empower these children and motivates these children to work hard towards their future,” Mr Singh said.?
This year, the Ministry has provided a grant of $20,000 for the renovation of the facility at Veilomani Boys Home and also provides monthly Care and Protection (C&P) allowances for the children. Currently, a total of $12,900 has been paid by the Government for C&P allowances to Veilomani Boys Home.
The development of children is one of the top priorities for the Ministry of Women, Children and Poverty Alleviation, says Minister Rosy Sofia Akbar.?
Mrs Akbar made these comments during her official visit to residential homes in Western Division last week. On Wednesday, the Minister for...
The development of children is one of the top priorities for the Ministry of Women, Children and Poverty Alleviation, says Minister Rosy Sofia Akbar.?
Mrs Akbar made these comments during her official visit to residential homes in Western Division last week. On Wednesday, the Minister for Children visited the children at Veilomani Boys Home in Namosau, Ba along with St Mina Children’s Home and Treasure House in Nadi. ?Mrs Akbar and the staff from the Ministry also took time to celebrate Diwali and presented gift packs for the children at Veilomani Boys Home.
?“We will ensure that the children who are under our care are well looked after and my Ministry will do everything within its powers to ensure that they become responsible citizens. With a positive attitude, we will move forward in taking their lives to greater heights. This Ministry will continue to strengthen its partnership with non-government organisations to reach out to as many underprivileged children in our society,” Mrs Akbar said.?
“On the offset I would like to thank the Ministry staff and the management of Veilomani Boys Home for looking after the welfare of these children. The Ministry has embarked on a more compassionate way of addressing issues concerning underprivileged persons and regardless of the circumstances that brought these children under our care, we will do our best to see that they reach their greatest potential in life.
”?The Minister also encouraged young boys at Veilomani to excel in their studies and fulfil their dreams.?“We believe that education is the greatest weapon that is going to shape your lives. Dream big, start dreaming about what you want to become and work hard towards achieving that dream. Values like discipline, respect for each other will take you closer towards your dream. With these words, I wish you all a happy Diwali and blessed new year,” Mrs Akbar said.?
Reverend Sarwesh Kumar Singh, Superintendent of Veilomani Boys Home who is also the Principal for Veilomani Vocational College, thanked the government delegation for the timely visit.?“This home was established way back in 1976 and initially, there were six boys at this centre. Today we have total of 23 boys. Seventeen of them have been placed here by the Department of Social Welfare and all of these children are provided with food, clothing, education and opportunities to develop themselves,” Mr Singh said.
?“Most of these boys don’t have families and some of them come from broken families. The vision of the Home is to ensure that all the children who are placed here are able to broaden their knowledge and when they grow they will be a blessing for their communities,” he added.?“We are thankful to the Madam Minister for visiting them at this festive season as it brings happiness and hope to these children. Today’s visit by Madam Minister and her team reflects on the government’s commitment to empower these children and motivates these children to work hard towards their future,” Mr Singh said.?
This year, the Ministry has provided a grant of $20,000 for the renovation of the facility at Veilomani Boys Home and also provides monthly Care and Protection (C&P) allowances for the children. Currently, a total of $12,900 has been paid by the Government for C&P allowances to Veilomani Boys Home.
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