Applying for UNICEF's Child-Friendly Municipality model, initiative

We propose that the municipality of Tuusula apply for UNICEF’s Child-Friendly Municipality model.

Justification:

UNICEF’s Child-Friendly Municipality model helps municipalities make the right decisions for children’s well-being in everyday services and municipal administration. The UNICEF Child-Friendly Municipality model is already being implemented by 44 municipalities across Finland, reaching almost half of all children living in Finland. The model is a tool for municipalities. It helps municipalities to promote the rights of children in particularly vulnerable situations. The model is free of charge for municipalities, and any municipality interested in developing its child-friendliness can apply to participate.

We have already come a long way in many areas in Tuusula, and clearly many steps have been taken towards this model. Participating in the operating model would highlight our work and the appreciation of children and families. Early support is particularly emphasised. Early support is considerably more cost-effective than corrective measures taken after the fact. The values and objectives included in the model are extremely important and desirable. The participating municipalities have had very good experiences with the model.

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