Hargeisa (Hornpost) The Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Somaliland has officially launched a two-day capacity-building workshop focused on the Child Justice System Act and the protection of children’s rights.
The training was inaugurated today by the Minister of Justice, Yonis Ahmed Yonis, who emphasized the government’s commitment to strengthening a fair, child-sensitive justice system that aligns with international standards and national priorities.
Participants in the workshop include key justice-sector stakeholders, child-rights experts, representatives from institutions working with the judiciary, and civil society groups engaged in child protection.
According to the Ministry, the program aims to:
Enhancing understanding of the Child Justice System Act among practitioners.
Improve coordination between institutions dealing with children in conflict with the law.
Promote procedures that safeguard children’s dignity, welfare, and legal protection
Strengthen institutional capacity on prevention, rehabilitation, and reintegration mechanisms
Officials noted that the training forms part of a broader justice-sector reform agenda designed to modernize Somaliland’s legal framework, ensure access to justice, and uphold the rights of vulnerable groups—particularly children.
The two-day workshop continues in Hargeisa, where participants will examine best practices, case-management procedures, and policy gaps that need addressing to fully operationalize the child justice system.
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Hornpost staff Reporter
