"Liberian children are being sold for adoption in dubious circumstances and others are living in sub-standard orphanages, according to rights groups in the West African nation," says this article from the New Humanitarian.

Ce guide de prise en charge des Orphelins et Enfants rendus Vulnérables dans le contexte du VIH/Sida (OEV) au Sénégal vise avant tout à fournir à l’acteur impliqué dans l’accompagnement une vision globale des défis à relever, ainsi que des princip

Practical guidance on dealing with young children in the context of HIV/AIDS. Focuses on the developmental needs of children affected by HIV/AIDS. Also focuses on care and treatment provision for children who are HIV-positive.

This paper focuses on the impact of one form of demand-side policy option - social transfers, particularly cash transfers and vouchers - on access to health and education services by the extreme poor.

Contains a set of forward-leaning recommendations for churches and the donor community. Also contains an analysis of the role of faith-based groups in the response, specific case studies, the potential to do more on the ground, and challenges faced by churches.

A guide for faith-based organizations working in developing countries on issues related to orphans and vulnerable children. Contains examples of successful community-based and family support care programs throughout the world that are run by faith-based groups. Discourages the use of institutional care and orphanages.

A tool to encourage donors to fund community programs that keep children in family care, rather than simply funding orphanages. Describes the many strategies being used to invest in community-based care, and contains specific program examples.

This report contains new and improved research and statistical infortmation on orphans and vulnerable children, including what governments, NGO's, the private sector and the international community can do to better respond.

Overview of social protection and welfare directions around the world, with recommendations for policies to protect vulnerable children and those affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa.

An updated list of literature and bibliographies concerning children and families affected by HIV/AIDS around the world. Most of the resources are focused on sub-Saharan Africa.