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Early Identification and Referral for Intervention and Support Services

This paper examines the critical role of early screening, identification, and referral services for infants and young children with disabilities or developmental delays. It highlights frameworks for early intervention to support learning, development, and family needs during early childhood.

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Inclusive Early Childhood Development and Education in Kenya: Perspectives of Parents, Teachers, and Children

This qualitative study explores the perceptions and experiences of parents, teachers, and children regarding disability-inclusive early childhood development and education (ECDE) in two Kenyan districts. The findings highlight positive attitudes toward mainstream inclusion alongside significant challenges related to resources, training, and poverty, informing ongoing national intervention models.

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Study on Child Participation in Development Frameworks in Africa

This study examines the extent of child involvement in national, regional, and global development frameworks across Africa, such as Agenda 2040 and the SDGs. It evaluates current child participation mechanisms, identifies gaps, and provides recommendations for promoting child rights in the region.

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Administrator · 10.8 MB 1
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Guidelines for the Design and Implementation of Home-Grown School Feeding Programmes in Africa

This AUDA-NEPAD reference guide provides African countries with quality standards and implementation strategies for establishing or strengthening national home-grown school feeding programmes, linking education, health, nutrition, and agricultural development.

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Administrator · 8.15 MB 1
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Thrive by Five Index Report: South Africa

This baseline report provides nationally representative data on early learning outcomes, physical growth, and social-emotional functioning for 4- to 5-year-old children in South Africa's early learning programmes, highlighting key disparities across provinces and income groups.

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Administrator · 5.21 MB 1
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Thrive by Five Index Report

This report presents baseline data on the developmental outcomes of 4- to 5-year-old children attending early learning programmes in South Africa. It evaluates early learning, physical growth, and social-emotional functioning to monitor equity and readiness for school.

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Administrator · 3.78 MB 1
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Global Multisectoral Operational Framework for Mental Health and Psychosocial Support of Children, Adolescents and Caregivers Across Settings

This UNICEF framework provides operational guidance for integrating mental health and psychosocial support across sectors such as early childhood development, education, and child protection. It aims to scale up quality interventions and improve wellbeing for children and caregivers globally.

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Administrator · 7.82 MB 1
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Good Nutrition, Bright Futures: Towards an Africa Without Malnutrition by 2030

This UNICEF report examines the state of maternal and child nutrition across Africa in the context of the African Union Year of Nutrition. It outlines key trends in stunting, wasting, and early childhood development, emphasizing the foundational role of nutrition in child survival and human capital.

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Administrator · 5.69 MB 1
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Parental Empowerment and Engagement: A Regional Framework and Desk Review

This desk review by the Zizi Afrique Foundation and RELI explores concepts, theories, and frameworks of parental engagement in education, highlighting strategies for family-school partnerships to improve student learning outcomes.

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A Guide for Building Safe & Supportive Learning Environments

This practical guide offers educators and families weekly themes, activities, and resources focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging to foster safe and supportive learning environments for children.

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Administrator · 2.32 MB 1
PDF 2021
Caregivers’ Perception of their Role in Early Childhood Development and Stimulation Programmes in Sub-Saharan Africa

This integrative review examines how caregivers in low-resource sub-Saharan African contexts perceive their roles in early childhood development and home-based stimulation. It highlights systemic barriers, cultural influences, and the impact of poverty on parenting practices and policy implementation.

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Administrator · 0.25 MB 2
PDF 2020
Proximity of Care: A New Approach to Designing for Early Childhood in Vulnerable Urban Contexts

This publication explores the importance of early childhood development (ECD) in vulnerable urban areas such as informal and refugee settlements. Developed by Arup and the Bernard van Leer Foundation, it introduces the Proximity of Care approach to help urban planners and policymakers design child- and family-friendly cities.

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Administrator · 7.81 MB 1