Seychelles Among Signatories of the “Children First” Declaration at Paris Peace Forum

Seychelles is among more than 50 countries that endorsed the “Children First” Declaration, alongside international organisations, non-governmental and philanthropic organisations, and private sector entities, during the Child Summit held at the Musée de l’Homme in Paris on 10 November 2026.

The Child Summit, conducted in English, was held on the margins of the 9th edition of the Paris Peace Forum.

The Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Mr. Barry Faure, and Seychelles Ambassador-designate to France, Ms. Beryl Samson, attended the high-level session during which the declaration was endorsed.

The declaration represents a collective commitment to placing children’s rights, protection and well-being at the heart of national and international policies and actions. It focuses on five key priorities: health, nutrition, education, protection and psychological well-being in the digital age, with the ambition of achieving tangible results by 2045.

The Ministry responsible for Family Affairs contributed to the development of Seychelles’ proposals, which were conveyed through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora.

Through its endorsement, Seychelles reaffirms its commitment to safeguarding children’s rights and well-being and strengthening international cooperation to secure a safer, healthier and more inclusive future for generations to come.

The Child Summit was attended by French President Emmanuel Macron.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles.