Victim Support and Assistance
program goal and appraoch
Address the unique needs and vulnerabilities
This program aims to provide comprehensive support services to children who are victims of crimes and their families, especially during the process of investigating and prosecuting the individuals responsible for the crimes.
Immediate Crisis Support
To provide access to gender-sensitive, child-focused support services to help child victims and families heal, recover from trauma, and seek justice
Coordinated Services
To bolster coordination among service providers to create a united, child-centered support system leveraging collective expertise for effective child protection
Child Sensitive Response Systems
To improve adherence to child-friendly standard operating procedures and empower child victims towards justice, recovery, and reintegration into society
Child Friendly Justice
To strengthen child-centered approaches in justice processes to protect and assist child victims, ensuring legal proceedings focused on child well-being and best interests
case study
Thida's Path to Empowerment: A Testament to Holistic Support and Justice
Thida’s journey from victim to survivor of online exploitation was supported by APLE’s comprehensive program, which provided psychological counseling to help her heal emotionally. Legal assistance guided her through the justice system, leading to her abuser’s conviction, offering Thida closure and empowerment. APLE’s support extended beyond the courtroom, including educational support and life skills training, aiding her reintegration into society and envisioning a future beyond victimization. This holistic care exemplifies APLE’s dedication to empowering survivors like Thida, highlighting the importance of multi-faceted support in overcoming trauma and reclaiming one’s dignity and future.
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Enhancing Support for Victims & Professionals
The Victim Support and Assistance Program stands as a beacon of hope and recovery for those affected by sexual exploitation and abuse. It not only directly aids victims in navigating their journey towards healing but also equips those with mandated responsibilities—such as law enforcement, healthcare providers, and social workers—with the knowledge and tools necessary to offer sensitive, effective support.
This dual approach ensures a holistic recovery path for victims, fostering an environment where their dignity is respected and their rights are upheld. By integrating specialized training and resources, the program enhances the capabilities of professionals to respond empathetically to victims’ needs, thus improving the overall system of protection and support.
This comprehensive strategy ensures that child victims and their families receive timely, high-quality assistance, empowering them to overcome trauma and reintegrate into society with strength and resilience.
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FAQs
We believe that effective and ethical enforcement of the law is essential in protecting the rights of children.
What kind of support does APLE offer to victims of child exploitation?
APLE provides comprehensive support including psychological counseling, legal assistance, educational support, and life skills training to help victims heal and reintegrate into society.
Can APLE help with the legal process for victims of exploitation?
Yes, APLE offers legal support to guide victims through the justice system, including understanding their rights and representation in court to ensure their abuser is brought to justice.
How does APLE's program assist in the emotional recovery of victims?
Through psychological counseling, APLE helps victims process their trauma in a safe environment, rebuilding their self-esteem and aiding their emotional recovery.
Why we promote children's voices and perspectives
Children and young individuals possess strong viewpoints, and it is their legitimate right to express them in matters that impact their well-being. APLE strives to involve children in our initiatives by gathering their voices and perspectives, which are then utilized to inform policy and legislative development that caters to children’s needs. We ensure to conduct effective consultations with child participation throughout the entire process of program development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
Why we work with other victim service organisations
We place great emphasis on forming formal partnerships with government and NGO service providers. These partnerships are crucial in increasing the number of referrals and ensuring that child victims and their families have access to the necessary resources. Our goal is to develop and implement a robust Case Management System that adheres to the government’s policies and guidelines. This system will be used to manage referrals to specialist services and ensure that child victims receive the age-appropriate, gender-sensitive, and accessible services they need from the start to the end of their legal proceedings. By doing so, we hope to provide comprehensive support to child victims and their families and help them navigate the complex legal system.
Why we partner with government agencies
APLE partners with government and NGO service providers to refer child victims to appropriate long-term support services. We coordinate in assessing the needs of child victims and their families and ensure they receive access to comprehensive support services. Our key partners include the Ministry of Social Affairs, Veterans and Youth Rehabilitation (MoSVY) and their provincial departments (DoSVY), the Ministry of Women Affairs at national and subnational levels, and other NGOs providing child protection services who are members of the Family Care First network.