Children Reliefs Services

Programs

Introduction

Children Relief Service (CRS) addresses the unique challenges faced by refugee children and    at risk children from the host community through targeted, child-centered programs. Our work focuses on protection, education, empowerment, and inclusion, with a strong commitment to safeguarding and child rights.

Since its founding in 2014, CRS has remained steadfast in its mission to make communities a better place for children by fostering protection, participation, and dignity. Operating primarily in Dzaleka Refugee Camp, CRS delivers a comprehensive set of programs designed to ensure children and vulnerable individuals live safe, empowered, and productive lives. The following section outlines CRS’s seven core programs, detailing their significance, example activities, how we implement them, and their long-term impact.

Child Protection and Participation

Safeguarding all children from abuse, exploitation, and neglect while promoting their active involvement in decisions that affect them.

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Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Prevention and Response

Provides education, safe reporting systems, and psychosocial services for GBV survivors, especially girls and young women.

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Youth Empowerment

Builds leadership, self-confidence, and civic responsibility in youth through mentorship, dialogue, and skill development.

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Girls' Empowerment

Delivers targeted training and mentorship to promote financial independence and gender equality for adolescent girls.

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Educational Support

Offers early childhood education, English language programs, and literacy support to improve access to learning.

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Vocational Training

Trains youth and women in market-relevant skills such as tailoring, carpentry, baking, and entrepreneurship.

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Livelihood Support Program

Combines income-generating initiatives with psychosocial support to boost household stability and resilience.

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Our Core Focus Areas

Transforming the Community

Child Protection and Participation

Safeguarding all children from abuse, exploitation, and neglect while promoting their active involvement in decisions that affect them.

Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Prevention and Response

Tackling GBV through education, survivor support, and community-level advocacy as part of child protection.

Youth Empowerment

Equipping adolescents and young people with leadership, life skills, and mentorship to foster personal and community transformation.

Equal Opportunities for Holistic Development

Ensuring inclusive access to quality education, skills training, and psychosocial support for every child.

Safeguarding Vulnerable Children and Youth

Upholding strict safeguarding protocols in all CRS programs to protect children and ensure safe learning and development environments.