Child Protection and Safeguarding Training in Kigali, Rwanda

This course offers a concise and impactful exploration of the principles and practices necessary to ensure the safety, well-being, and protection of children. This course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to identify, prevent, and respond to child abuse, neglect, and exploitation, promoting a safe and nurturing environment for children.

Through interactive discussions, case studies, and practical examples, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of child protection frameworks, legal obligations, and best practices. They will explore strategies for risk assessment, reporting mechanisms, and interventions to safeguard children from harm.

Course objectives:

By attending the child protection and safeguarding training course you will be able to:

• Understand risk factors that make children vulnerable.
• Develop knowledge of best practices in prevention, preparedness, and response to child protection.
• Develop skills to protect and safeguard children in emergencies
• Understand the minimum standards for protecting children in humanitarian settings
• Improve the prevention and response programming of child protection in different situations
• Develop response and contingency plans for child protection

Course Outline

Course Duration: 5 days 

Module 1: Introduction to Child Protection

• Understanding Child Protection
• Legal Frameworks and Policies

Module 2: Recognizing Signs of Abuse

• Identifying Abuse and Neglect
• Case Studies and Group Discussions

Module 3: Responding to Concerns

• Reporting and Responding
• Creating Safe Environments

Module 4: Working with Families and Communities

• Engaging Families
• Community Involvement

Module 5: Practical Application and Building a Child Protection Framework

• Building a Child Protection Framework
• Role-Playing and Simulation
• Course Review and Evaluation