Pan-African Consortium

African Consortium for Child Rights

United for the rights and future of the African child.

A continental platform for advocacy, coordination and cooperation among African organizations committed to children's rights.

African children — CADE
50+ member organizations
10+ African countries

CADE in numbers

40 Member organizations Active member organizations in the CADE network
20 African countries African countries represented in the consortium
2024 Year of creation Year the CADE initiative was launched
2026 Constituent GA Constituent General Assembly planned in Tunis

Presence in Africa

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Mission
CADE is strengthening collaboration among African organizations to promote children’s rights and influence public policy across the continent
  • Promoting and defending children's rights in Africa
  • Strengthen continental advocacy
  • Promote South-South cooperation among African organizations
  • Contribute to the effective implementation of public policies
Vision

Building an Africa fit for children, where every child is treated with full respect for their dignity, their safety, protection, health, education, and well-being.

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Our values

The principles that guide each of our actions for children's rights in Africa

Dignity

Every child deserves unconditional respect and consideration.

Solidarity

Acting together for stronger continental impact.

Inclusion

No child left behind, regardless of their situation.

Social justice

Defending equity and fundamental rights for all.

Transparency

Decisions and actions conducted with full clarity.

Accountability

Accountable for our actions before members.

Pan-African commitment

A continental vision rooted in African realities.

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Our action areas

Concrete actions for the protection and promotion of children's rights in Africa

Child protection

Combat violence, child marriage, and all forms of child exploitation..

Inclusive education

Ensure access to quality education for all children, without discrimination.

Health and nutrition

Improving access to healthcare and combating child malnutrition.

Continental advocacy

Influencing public policy in support of children’s rights across Africa.

Capacity building

Train and support member organizations in their local initiatives..

South-South cooperation

Promote the sharing of experiences and best practices among African organizations.

Join the movement for children’s rights in Africa

Together, we can create an Africa fit for children

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