Ministry of Social Development of Lesotho

Objectives

The objectives for the Ministry of Social Development are to:

Formulate policy and strengthen legal frameworks for facilitating Social Development of the poor and marginalized groups
Oversee the provision of Social Development services to foster universal and equitable access to all poor and vulnerable groups
Protect and promote the rights of all poor and vulnerable groups to ensure that their basic needs are met
Mitigate the impact of HIV/ AIDS pandemic on vulnerable groups
Advocate and lobby for prioritization of the needs of the poor and vulnerable groups in the national development agenda and all aspects of life
Develop and promote innovative evidence-based interventions and approaches to Social Development.