VCFS, a unique child protection NGO in Sierra Leone, works in partnership with the Sierra Leone Ministry of Gender and Children’s Affairs, the Freetown City Council, and the Family Support Unit (FSU) of the Sierra Leone Police. We also work with other child protection agencies and community-based organizations to complement the government’s efforts in addressing the numerous risks affecting vulnerable children in Sierra Leone.
Our core programs are centred on providing an emergency shelter for children in crisis, continuous family tracing and reunification, placing children in certified foster homes in communities, and emphasising education – ensuring that children are fully engaged at school. We also provide adoption support services.
