A study of the management, operations, and care offered by institutions for AIDS orphans in South Africa. It compares the findings of registered and unregistered institutions.

The transcript of a speech by Dr. Charles A. Nelson III for the United States House of Representatives. Focus on the basic science and fundamental importance of early childhood development. Advocates strongly for increased attention on the experiences and environments provided for young children.

Brief article observing the proliferation of orphanages in Zambia. Points to several models of community-based care as alternatives better able to address the rights and needs of children.

Brief overview of a project designed to give monetary aid to poor families. Program seeks to reduce poverty while promoting health and education.

Questions whether the Framework guidelines are appropriate in lower prevalence regions. Provides regional overview of HIV/AIDS. Outlines particular challenges for addressing children in lower prevalence settings.

Practical guidance on how to care for young children separated from their families in emergencies. Includes discussions of best practices in family tracing, promoting child development, and family reunification. Also provides strategies for the prevention of family separation.

Introductory material for the Free Children From War conference held in February 2007 in Paris, France. Includes background, goals, and a short statistical summary detailing the achievements of care and reintegration programs since 1998. Lists the 1997 Cape Town Principles.

The February 2007 edition of the IFCO Informer. Focuses on foster care solutions in the context of the global AIDS pandemic.

Evaluation of four child-focused DDR projects funded by the World Bank Multi-Country Trust Fund in the DRC. Includes detailed strategic analysis and recommendations.

Outlines differences between children in need of welfare services across apparently similar regions/countries/states.