Directorate of Family Welfare
Mandate of the Directorate
The Ministry of Social Welfare Directorate of Family Welfare is responsible for promoting the well-being and stability of families across the country. Its mandate focuses on strengthening family relationships, encouraging responsible parenting, and supporting social programs that improve family life and community welfare.
The directorate works to protect children and other vulnerable family members from abuse, neglect, exploitation, and harmful practices. It supports the implementation of national child protection and family welfare laws and ensures that appropriate services are available to safeguard the rights and dignity of children and families.
In addition, the directorate coordinates family welfare services with government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and community groups. It provides counseling, awareness programs, and social support initiatives aimed at empowering families and improving the overall welfare of communities.