Donor- Technical support-Save the Children International, Back donor:  The Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). Working area: Ukhiya and Teknaf Upazila of Cox’s Bazar District.

This project aims to integrate social services and improve the livelihoods of vulnerable communities in host areas and Rohingya camps. The child protection component is implemented in close collaboration with Save the Children’s Child Protection Program, the Department of Social Services (DSS), and Child Welfare Boards (CWB) in Ukhiya and Teknaf. Three Multi-Purpose Child and Adolescent Centers (MPCACs) were established — one in Ukhiya and two in Teknaf — with locations chosen through community consultations, and spaces contributed by community members.

To strengthen community-based child protection systems, BITA created a network of 15 Community-Based Child Protection Committees (CBCPCs), involving teachers, local leaders, para social workers, health workers, NGO representatives, religious figures, parents, caregivers, and persons with disabilities. This is supported by 11 Para Social Workers, 10 children’s groups (ages 5–10), 28 parent and caregiver groups, 22 children and youth groups (ages 11–18), 6 youth clubs, and 3 children’s theatre groups, along with 185 government stakeholders (CWB, DSS, CAPO, and local government representatives).

 Child protection and livelihood activities are anchored in the MPCACs, including coordination meetings, CBCPC consultations, PSW orientations, and need-based support for vulnerable families. Parenting sessions, alternative care training, and life skills workshops for adolescents were conducted, alongside awareness-raising events like theatre shows, animation screenings, and community dialogues. Youth-led initiatives such as art competitions, awareness rallies, football tournaments, and observances of key dates (e.g., International Day of the Girl Child, Child Rights Week, 16 Days of Activism) fostered community engagement and advocacy. This comprehensive approach has strengthened local protection systems, enhanced community capacity, and empowered children and youth to become active agents of change in their communities.