At CMR North, child protection is at the heart of everything we do. We believe every child deserves to grow up in a safe, nurturing environment where they are protected, heard, and supported. As a registered Child Protection Organisation (CPO), our work extends beyond crisis response, we create spaces of healing, restoration, and hope.
Child protection refers to the measures, policies, and actions taken to safeguard children from harm, abuse, neglect, and exploitation. It is about recognising when a child may be at risk and taking action to ensure their safety and wellbeing. It is about keeping children safe from abuse, neglect, and exploitation, and ensuring they grow up in environments where they are cared for, respected, and supported.
Child protection involves recognising when a child may be at risk and taking action to protect their wellbeing—physically, emotionally, and socially.
We play a vital role in protecting children and supporting families by:
Protecting children helps build stronger families and healthier communities. Early support can prevent harm, promote healing, and create better futures for children.
CMR North operates under the Children’s Act 38 of 2005 and collaborates closely with the courts, schools, healthcare providers, and law enforcement to ensure that every child receives the protection they deserve. As a designated Child Protection Organisation (CPO), our work is guided by this Act, which governs how children are protected, how interventions are carried out, and the legal responsibilities of organisations like CMR North.
What this means in practice:
