Capacity Building Principles
Our unwavering commitment to quality principles guarantees a reliable and effective participatory approach in all our capacity-building projects.
CRC Principles
Non-Discrimination (all children have rights without exception), the Best Interests of the Child (a primary consideration in all decisions affecting children), the right to Life, Survival, and Development (ensuring children reach their full potential), and the right to have their Views Heard (giving children a say in matters affecting them).
Strengths-based, not deficit-based
moving away from focusing on what's wrong (deficits, weaknesses) to identifying and building upon individuals' or communities' existing abilities, talents, and resources (strengths, assets) to foster empowerment, growth, resilience, and sustainable solutions, rather than dependency.
Universality and Indivisibility of Rights
human rights belong to everyone, everywhere, regardless of background (universal), and all rights (civil, political, economic, social, cultural) hold equal importance, cannot be separated, and must be advanced together for full human dignity. This principle puts special attention to the marginalized.
Intergenerational Justice
the ethical principle that current generations have a responsibility to ensure the rights, well-being, and opportunities of future generations are not compromised by present actions, particularly regarding a healthy planet, resources, and societal fairness, addressing issues like climate change, gender equality, and digital technology.
Enabling Environment
provides a supportive, rich, and safe space that empowers individuals (especially children) to learn, grow, and reach their potential by offering resources, opportunities for exploration, minimized risks, and positive relationships, fostering autonomy, creativity, and well-being across various fields like education, healthcare, and development.
Participatory & Creative
Note: Wherever possible, incorporate experiences of working with children, adolescents, parents, educators, and child-related service providers throughout these stages.