Community Care Services

Strengthening families. Empowering communities. Preventing harm.

Our Community Care Programme keeps children and women safe within their communities by addressing risks early, supporting families in crisis, and strengthening local protection systems.

1. Community Empowerment & Awareness

Results:

9,000+ community members reached through awareness sessions
1,556 leaders and officials trained on GBV prevention and response

We partner with elders, schools, women’s groups, and local authorities to raise awareness on:

Gender-based violence (GBV)
Harmful traditional practices
Early marriage
Child abuse and neglect
Trafficking risks
Parenting skills and conflict resolution

2. Educational Support for Vulnerable Children

Results:

35,992 children supported through community child protection
13,864 students received school materials in multiple districts

We support children from the poorest households with:

School supplies
Financial support for school entry
Monitoring and counselling
Support to remain in school

3. Community-Based Counselling for Women & Children in Crisis

Results:

Hundreds of women and children stabilised each year
Many later qualify for Safe House or Economic Empowerment support

Our social workers provide psychosocial first aid, crisis counselling, and referrals for safety and medical care.

4. Support to Minority & Marginalised Communities

Results:

3,164 people reached in Kunama communities
381 people trained on GBV, parenting, and protective practices

We work with groups such as the Kunama community to:

Address harmful practices
Promote protection and GBV awareness
Link vulnerable women to economic empowerment
Strengthen social cohesion

5. Strengthening Community Care Coalitions (CCCs)

Impact:
CCCs strengthen local protection systems, help families access support, and ensure communities can address child safety issues sustainably.

6. Baby Package Programme (Infant Survival Support)

For infants unable to breastfeed due to maternal death, medical complications, or trauma.

We provide:

Baby formula (1 year)
Baby bottles & nipples
Clothing
Hygiene items
Training for caregivers
Regular follow-up visits

Results:

2,346 babies enrolled
10,188 tins of formula provided
3,507 hygiene and baby-care kits distributed

Abraham’s Oasis works with Community Care Coalitions (CCCs) - locally formed groups of elders, women’s groups, teachers, health workers, and volunteers who protect vulnerable children and families at the community level.

CCCs identify risks early, mobilise local support, and ensure families receive help before problems escalate.

What CCCs do:

Identify vulnerable children and families through community mapping
Conduct home visits and provide basic psychosocial support
Link families to health, protection, legal, and social services
Raise awareness on GBV, child protection, harmful practices, and positive parenting
Mobilise community resources to support families in crisis
Work with AO on referrals and coordinated case management