The World Trade Center Bhubaneswar facilitated an interactive meeting with Mr. Manna Biswas, Child Protection Specialist at UNICEF to engage in a meaningful dialogue around child protection, community welfare, and sustainable development.

The interaction served as a platform to explore collaborative opportunities and discuss key areas of mutual interest, including the promotion of child rights, safeguarding vulnerable populations, and integrating child protection frameworks into community development initiatives.

A major highlight of the meeting was the discussion around joint initiatives that both organizations can undertake under the framework of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed earlier. Both parties reiterated their commitment to leveraging this partnership to co-develop impactful programs focused on capacity-building, awareness generation, and advocacy for child welfare.

During the exchange, Mr. Biswas shared insights into UNICEF’s current programs and best practices implemented in the region, emphasizing the importance of collaborative action and multi-sectoral engagement. He encouraged platforms like WTC Bhubaneswar to act as catalysts for social change by engaging with industry stakeholders and civil society.

Officials from WTC Bhubaneswar echoed this sentiment, expressing interest in exploring targeted activities that align with their CSR goals and inclusive development mission. The potential for conducting joint outreach programs, workshops, and campaigns in partnership with UNICEF was discussed in depth.

The meeting concluded on a positive note, with a shared vision to translate discussions into action through strategically planned initiatives that reflect the shared values of bothorganizations ensuring child safety, rights, and well-being remain at the center of development efforts.

This interaction marked another step forward in strengthening the ongoing collaboration between WTC Bhubaneswar and UNICEF, reinforcing a joint commitment to fostering sustainable and socially responsible growth.

The interactive meeting was held on Wednesday, 30^th April 2025 at WTC Bhubaneswar office premises.