Protection and Rehabilitation of Children at Risk – Alexandria
Child Protection Program · Alexandria
Protection and Rehabilitation of Children at Risk
Project Overview
Not every child starts life in an environment that provides the safety they need.
Since 1995, Caritas has worked in Alexandria to protect and rehabilitate homeless children and children at risk, while supporting their families through psychological and social support, family counseling, healthcare, education, and life and vocational skills.
Project Components
1
Mobile Unit
The mobile unit reaches homeless children where they are, with awareness and guidance, first aid and healthcare, psychological and social support, and referral to specialized services when needed.
2
Residential Home
Forty residential places cover basic needs, education follow-up, sports, artistic and recreational activities, life skills, preparation for vocational training, help with official documents, and family contact and reintegration when it is safe.
3
Psychological Support and Family Counseling
Family counseling, awareness, positive parenting skills, early intervention, and referral to specialized services help families respond to their children’s needs.
3
Groups
Target Group
- Homeless children and children at risk in communities with the greatest needs
- Children’s families, parents, and caregivers
- Staff working in NGOs and members of Child Protection Committees
4,807
Beneficiaries in 2025
Project Impact
The beneficiaries included children and their families, as well as staff working in NGOs and members of Child Protection Committees.
The project has provided services in Alexandria since 1995 through field work, residential services, psychological support, and family counseling.
Serving children and families in Alexandria since 1995.
Implementation Partners
The project is implemented in cooperation with government bodies, committees, and community organizations, including:
Funding partner
Caritas Austria
Ministry of Social Solidarity
Ministry of Health
Ministry of Youth and Sports
National Council for Childhood and Motherhood
Child Protection Committees
NGOs
Educational and training institutions
Health and community organizations
Be Part of a Safer Life
What a child may need most in their hardest moments is someone who sees them, listens, and reaches out a hand. You can contribute to care, support, and rehabilitation for children at risk and their families.
