In today's modern and digital world, children in the country are guided and raise wisely and protected from increasingly complex threats, especially in the digital space. Various initiatives are being implemented by agencies in an effort to protect the safety of children. In conjunction with the World Children's Day which is celebrated every 20th of November, News at Ten highlighted several programmes implemented by various agencies in guiding and protecting children in the country.
The Sustainable Development Goals, SDG, Youth Camp organised by the Prime Minister's Office with the support of various agencies in August 2024 aims to raise awareness on Sustainable Development Goals as well as build leadership and critical thinking skills.
The launch of Screen Time Guidelines by Age in Brunei Darussalam was published by the Child Development Centre (CDC), Ministry of Health in December 2024, under the 'Disconnect to Reconnect' campaign, aimed at helping parents control their children's screen usage and foster healthier family relationships.
Statistics in 2024 recorded 114,500 children and young people under the age of 18, which is 25.14 percent of the total population. The country continues to emphasise the education, health, welfare, safety and protection of children to ensure they grow up in a prosperous environment.