Citizens 4 Change’s Post

Young people leaving institutional care often face profound, long-term challenges that limit their opportunities to thrive. In 2022, we listened to the experiences of care leavers in Tanzania and the support networks surrounding them. One message stood out clearly: investing in family-based care is essential for sustainable development. Equally important is ensuring that young people are meaningfully involved in decisions that shape their care and future. Today, we had the privilege of launching and presenting the findings and policy recommendations from our care leavers’ research, conducted in collaboration with Railway Children Africa, Pamoja Leo and Families and Futures Coalition of Tanzania. Graced by Hon. Mwanaidi Ali Khamis, Deputy Minister of Community Development, Gender, Women, and Special Groups, the launch event provided a platform for the government and partners to reaffirm their commitment to ensuring that every child grows up in a safe and loving family. We remain dedicated to advancing the Tanzania care reform agenda in 2025 and beyond. Find out more from our research: https://lnkd.in/gJ5ZWC-3 Kate McAlpine