This brief explores the proactive approach of child protection in anticipatory action, defined by Save the Children as proactive measures taken ahead of predicted hazards to protect children from harm. It emphasizes acting to mitigate risk rather reactively focussing on needs, aiming to prevent or reduce the impact of hazards on children’s well-being before they fully unfold.

The brief highlights why it is important to employ anticipatory action for child protection, what child protection anticipatory action looks like, and includes specific resources resources for practitioners. ( including Child Protection in Anticipatory Action Matrix of Actions and List of relevant resources that could be helpful for your work )

By integrating child protection considerations into anticipatory action initiatives, stakeholders can enhance the resilience and responsiveness of systems, ultimately safeguarding the rights and safety of children in times of crisis.