The Commission for Social Development holds its 57th Session from 11-22 February, 2019, at the UN Headquaters. At the General Debate of the session, Hungary emphasized the importance of family-responsive and social policies in the elimination of inequalities.
In her statement, H.E. Ambassador Katalin Annamária Bogyay, Permanent Representative of Hungary highlighted the importance of comprehensive, responsive and tailored social and family policies in achieving social inclusion of those who are often left behind, with special regard to women, children, the youth, persons with disabilities and large families, among others. Hungary’s complex childcare benefits, parental leave and subsidy schemes allow for enlarging the choices for young people, as well as parents with young children.
The Commission’s panel discussions, interactive dialogues and side events provided an opportunity to discuss policies and best practices related to its main focus areas – youth, families, indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and ageing.
