This panel will share experiences of sectoral and cross-sectoral C4D interventions with and for children regarding child marriage and other harmful practices and norms; inclusive girls’ education, water and sanitation; and maternal, newborn and child health. Panelists will highlight interventions and results of C4D programming that facilitates dialogue with and engagement of policy-makers, service providers, communities, and children and young people; supports informed choices and decision making; and increases awareness and demand for quality services. Participants will discuss how C4D programming needs to be adequately designed and supported in development plans in order to empower communities and effectively address behavioural and socio-cultural determinants. Speakers will include: