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Child protection in emergencies
Child protection in emergencies is based upon the prevention of and response to abuse, neglect, exploitation of and violence against children in emergencies. An emergency is defined as ‘a situation where lives, physical and mental wellbeing, or development opportunities for children are threatened as a result of armed conflict, disaster or the breakdown of social or legal order, and where local capacity to cope is exceeded or inadequate’. This area includes sexual violence against children in emergencies, children associated with armed forces or armed groups, and family separation.
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ARC Resource Pack (Actions for the rights of the children) English version
A capacity-building tool for child protection in and after emergencies The ARC resource pack is an interagency collaboration. These materials can be used or reproduced without fee or prior permission, but the source should always be referenced as the ARC
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Philippine National Implementation Guidelines for Child Friendly Spaces in Emergencies
According to the Global Climate Risk Index, the Philippines is considered the fourth most vulnerable country in the world to climate change and to be one of the most disaster-prone regions. After any disaster or emergency, children are exceptionally vulne
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Child Protection in Emergencies Professional Development Programme 2 Pager
This document provides background information on the Child Protection in Emergencies Professional Development Programme. The structure of the programme is reviewed and information on eligibility and the application process is provided. Child Protection i
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Child Protection in Emergencies Professional Development Programme Case Study: Hoa
This document is a case study of a participant in the Child Protection in Emergencies Professional Development Programme. Hoa shares his experiences and learning from the training programme. Child Protection in Emergencies Professional Development Program
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Child Protection in Emergencies Professional Development Programme Case Study: Patrick
This document is a case study of a participant in the Child Protection in Emergencies Professional Development Programme. Lawrence, working for Plan International, has participated in the CPiE Profeessional Development Programme and his manager, Patrick,
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Child Protection in Emergencies Professional Development Programme Case Study: Dina
This document is a case study of a participant in the Child Protection in Emergencies Professional Development Programme. Dina shares her experiences and learning from the training programme. Child Protection in Emergencies Professional Development Progra
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CPMS: The Mainstreaming Standards 19-26
Standards 19-26 of the Minimum Standards for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action (CPMS) focus on mainstreaming of children’s protection in all humanitarian action. Mainstreaming child protection in humanitarian actions means for all humanitarian actor
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Child Protection in Emergencies Professional Development Programme Case Study: Andri
This document is a case study of a participant in the Child Protection in Emergencies Professional Development Programme. Berryl, a Project Officer at Save the Children Indonesia, has participated in the CPiE Profeessional Development Programme and her ma
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CPMS: Case Management Standard 15
Case Management, Standard 15, is a part of the Minimum Standards for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action (CPMS). During humanitarian emergencies, children face violenc,e abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Case management is a core response to address i
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Child Protection in Emergencies: Coordination Handbook
Emergency contexts present many challenges regarding delivery of aid. The coordination of humanitarian assistance plays a central role in addressing these. The Minimum Standards for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action (CPMS), CPWG, 2012 outlines 26 st