who runs it
organizations running this strategy · 8
what it looks like in practice
activities of orgs running this strategy
A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above. These are what the strategy looks like on the ground.
- Advocates for child protection policy reform GLOBAL CHILDREN CHARITYadvocacyCollaborates with the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection to develop national legislation such as the Children Act 2022, contribute technical input on child protection documents, and advance the Care Forum Strategy.
- Conducts nationwide advocacy campaigns for children and youth GLOBAL CHILDREN CHARITYadvocacyImplements advocacy campaigns across Kenya to influence policies and practices affecting children and youth.
- Delivers integrated child-focused development programs GLOBAL CHILDREN CHARITYdirect serviceImplements sustainable programs in child protection, early childhood development, education, health, food security, and climate action across 28 counties in Kenya, reaching 9.5 million children and family members annually. Also provides nutritious meals, clean water, healthcare, and protection to children in 23 countries.
- Ensures child safeguarding in sponsorship communications GLOBAL CHILDREN CHARITYdirect serviceImplements screening and monitoring of all communications between sponsors and children through local implementing organizations, with additional reviews at country offices to identify risks and maintain child-safe environments.
- Implements child safeguarding training and compliance systems GLOBAL CHILDREN CHARITYcapacity buildingProvides mandatory child safeguarding training to all employees during onboarding and annually, and requires local implementing organizations and business partners to adhere to equivalent or stricter safeguarding standards through formal agreements.
- Improves access to clean water infrastructure GLOBAL CHILDREN CHARITYdirect serviceCommissions and supports water treatment infrastructure, such as the ultra-filtration plant at Nyagina Beach, which provides clean water access to over 7,500 residents along Lake Victoria.
- Promotes online child safety through multi-stakeholder engagement GLOBAL CHILDREN CHARITYadvocacyOrganizes roundtable discussions with social media companies, internet service providers, and government representatives to address online child safety risks.
- Responds to emergencies and supports long-term recovery GLOBAL CHILDREN CHARITYdirect serviceDelivers emergency response and recovery programs in major crises across 28 counties in Kenya, integrated within broader child-focused development efforts.
- Strengthens local organizational capacity GLOBAL CHILDREN CHARITYcapacity buildingCollaborates with local partner organizations, such as Emali Dedicated Children’s Agency, to strengthen their ability to sustain community services beyond direct involvement, ensuring long-term impact.
- Supports health care and nutrition access GLOBAL CHILDREN CHARITYdirect serviceProvides support to 3.1 million people across 28 countries to improve access to health care, nutrition, education, livelihoods, and protection, with a focus on children and families.
- Child Sponsorship Program ST TERESA SUBUKIA CHILDRENS HOMEdirect serviceOffers a monthly sponsorship program that provides food, education, and health support to children.
- Education Services ST TERESA SUBUKIA CHILDRENS HOMEdirect serviceOperates an in-house school to provide basic education, including scholastic materials, for children under its care.
- Healthcare Services ST TERESA SUBUKIA CHILDRENS HOMEdirect serviceOperates an on-site clinic staffed with four nurses and one clinical doctor to provide healthcare, treat opportunistic infections, and support the overall health of the children.
- Residential Care and Support for Children ST TERESA SUBUKIA CHILDRENS HOMEdirect serviceProvides comprehensive care including food, shelter, clothing, and clean water for children in need, specifically caring for 150 orphaned children as of 2018. This support is offered in Mbale, Butebo, Kibuku, and Pallisa districts of Uganda.
- Advocate for children's rights SUNRISE SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATIONadvocacyConducts advocacy efforts to combat child labor and child abuse, promoting the protection of children's rights in the community.
- Deliver community health and nutrition programs SUNRISE SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATIONdirect serviceConducts outreach programs to improve nutrition and dietary health in the community and organizes provision of medication for individuals affected by poverty.
- Deliver youth vocational and technical skills training SUNRISE SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATIONcapacity buildingProvides youth with technical and vocational skills to promote income generation and self-sufficiency, enabling them to support themselves and their families.
- Implement environmental conservation initiatives SUNRISE SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATIONdirect serviceWorks to prevent environmental degradation and restore the local environment through community-based conservation efforts.