Vision
A peaceful and inclusive Sub-Saharan Africa where every child and young person is safe, respected, heard and able to contribute to a better future.
Who We Are
Protect. Listen. Build Peace.
Who we are
Children for Peace (C4P) is a child- and youth-centred peacebuilding organisation working across Sub-Saharan Africa. We support children, adolescents and young people to understand their rights, develop peaceful relationships and participate safely in building more cohesive communities. We work with families, schools, community organisations, civil society and institutions to create environments where young people can learn, contribute and thrive.
Vision and mission
Mission
To advance the rights and the meaningful, safe participation of children and young people in peacebuilding through learning, community action, protection, evidence, voice and partnerships across Sub-Saharan Africa.
Values
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Rights, dignity and best interests
Every decision is tested against the best interests of children and young people.
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Peaceful dialogue and non-violence
We model and teach constructive ways to resolve disagreement.
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Meaningful, voluntary participation
People choose whether and how to take part; their views influence decisions.
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Inclusion and non-discrimination
We reach girls, boys, young women and men, displaced people and people with disabilities.
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Safeguarding and do-no-harm
Safety comes before visibility, speed or funding.
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Community ownership and cultural sensitivity
Local actors lead; approaches fit context.
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Evidence, learning and accountability
We measure honestly and share what we learn, including limitations.
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Integrity and responsible partnership
We partner transparently and respect partners’ identities.
Children and youth participate; adults remain responsible
C4P recognises children and young people as capable contributors. Adults, institutions and authorities retain responsibility for their protection and wellbeing.
Regional scope
C4P’s work is focused on Sub-Saharan Africa, a region with diverse languages, histories, institutions and community realities. Our approach is designed for adaptation, not uniform implementation. The Where We Work page identifies active countries, partner-supported countries and planned engagement transparently.
Partner with Children for Peace
Responsible partnerships turn local ideas into lasting action.
- Owner:
- Communications
- Last reviewed:
- 14 October 2026
- Next review:
- 14 April 2027