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Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights Booklet

This educational booklet outlines the legal framework, rights, and components surrounding adolescent sexual and reproductive health and rights in South Africa. It covers key topics such as bodily autonomy, puberty, health services, and protection from violations like gender-based violence.

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Strengthening Families to Prevent Family Separation in Eastern and Southern Africa

This UNICEF report examines strategies and care systems to prevent family separation and strengthen families in Eastern and Southern Africa, supporting child wellbeing and development.

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Components of a Holistic Family Reunification Services Model for Children in Alternative Care – A South African Perspective

This article examines a holistic family reunification services model for children in alternative care within South Africa, focusing on child protection, parenting skills, and rights-based approaches to ensure child well-being and successful family reintegration.

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Best Practices on Awareness Raising and Stakeholder Engagement in Addressing Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse in Africa

This report by Child Helpline International examines best practices from seven African child helplines in preventing and responding to online child sexual exploitation and abuse. It highlights community awareness-raising strategies and multi-sector stakeholder engagement to strengthen child protection systems.

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The Almajiri System of Education in Nigeria: History, Challenges, and Solutions

This paper examines the historical background, operational mechanisms, and socioeconomic challenges of the Almajiri Islamic education system in northern Nigeria, highlighting its intersection with out-of-school children, child welfare, and educational policy reform.

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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Factsheet

This factsheet outlines Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) among children ages 0-17, detailing types, consequences on cognitive and emotional development, prevalence data, and demographic disparities.

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The Policy Landscape for Preventing Violence Against Children in Africa’s Schools

This report examines the legislative and policy frameworks surrounding violence against children in schools (VACiS) across Africa. It analyzes implementation challenges, highlights regional best practices, and offers recommendations for creating safer learning environments.

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Family Reunification Services to Children in Child and Youth Care Centres in the Cape Metropole: A Social Work Perspective

This master's thesis examines the experiences of social workers involved in family reunification processes for children in alternative care in South Africa. It highlights systemic challenges, coordination barriers, and policy implications relevant to child protection and vulnerable children's welfare.

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Bodily Autonomy and Integrity: A Global Perspective with a Focus on Uganda's Elgon Region

This article examines bodily autonomy and human rights in Uganda's Elgon region, highlighting how harmful practices like child marriage and FGM disrupt education, health, and socio-economic outcomes for young girls and adolescents.

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School-Related Gender-Based Violence: Case Studies from Mozambique, Sierra Leone and Zimbabwe

This brief examines interventions implemented by UNGEI and partners to address school-related gender-based violence (SRGBV) in Mozambique, Sierra Leone, and Zimbabwe. It highlights whole-school approaches, community engagement, and policy implementation to improve child protection and learning environments.

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Technical Brief Three: A Transformative Child-Centred Practice for Children on the Move in South Africa

This UNICEF technical brief examines child-centred practices and child protection systems for migrant, displaced, and refugee children in South Africa. It highlights integrated services, psychosocial support, and alternative care to ensure the rights and welfare of vulnerable children.

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Appropriate Sex Education: An Age-by-Age Guide for Parents and Guardians

This guide provides parents and guardians with an age-appropriate framework for educating children and teenagers about body awareness, consent, relationships, and reproductive health. Produced by Invictus Africa with a focus on the West African context, it supports child protection, health, and holistic youth development.

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