Child marriage is a significant child protection issue in Solomon Islands, impacting the health, education, and futures of all children. Learn about how the Solomon Islands Endim Vaelens Agenstim Pikinini (SIEVAP) coalition—comprising of Save the Children, ChildFund, and World Vision and supported by the Government's Negotiated Partnership Programme - is working to raise the legal age of marriage to 18 through policy and legislative reforms.

Hosted by the Council for International Development, this webinar will highlight the efforts of this unique coalition of child-focused organisations, collaborating to influence law and policy through community consultations with children, youth, and faith-based organisations. The panellists will share insights from their report, outline their collaborative approach, and discuss next steps towards amending the Islanders Marriage Act. This work has significant relevance for all New Zealand organisations engaged in child protection in Solomon Islands.

Facilitator: Amie Richardson - Save The Children New Zealand

Panellists:

• Anna Lazar - Save The Children New Zealand
• Maria Trogolo - ChildFund
• Rebekah Armstrong - World Vision NZ