The time has come, a new phase has begun. Family Power has officially transitioned into Family Power – Mutual Learning. In January 2024, the six organizations forming the new board signed the collaboration agreement. The team aims to bring together many care providers and stakeholders to inspire and mutually transform towards high-quality family and community-based care. This is crucial because every child deserves the strength of a family! We expect to provide more than 100 caregivers annually with the inspiring sessions of Mutual Learning 

Three years of Family Power

We look back on three special years of collaboration. Nine Dutch private initiatives and their nine international partner organizations, spread across seven countries and four continents, joined forces under the name Family Power. Together, they worked on an exchange program, a case study research, and the creation of more awareness about the possibilities of family-based care. We all experienced the strength of collaboration. An experience never to be forgotten.

Family Power - Mutual Learning

DCF Ecuador, KidsCare Kenya, Wilde Ganzen, Hope and Homes for Children, Transform Alliance Africa, and Kanankil Institute together form the board of Family Power – Mutual Learning. The execution team is strengthened by highly motivated partners (including COLT). The fourth Mutual Learning Program has just kicked off with 50 participants from 27 countries! There is significant interest in the program, indicating the need to continue. The team is ready and has much more in store for 2024. Do you want to stay informed about the activities of Family Power – Mutual Learning? Or do you want to participate in one of the programs? Visit www.mutuallearningprogram.org and subscribe to the newsletter.

Presentation of research at Nieuwspoort 

Family Power's research had a special place during the Think Tank seminar in November 2023. The seminar took place at Nieuwspoort in The Hague for organizations active in the international child care sector. Family Power coordinator Anne shared the outcomes of the Family Power research, sparking thoughtful discussions during the dialogue round. The research provides a valuable and inspiring foundation for sector representatives. Together, we must elevate child and youth care on the (political) agenda and strive for local solutions in families and communities.