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CEDEM - Centre d'Education et de Développement pour les Enfants Mauriciens

CEDEM (Centre d'Education et de Développement pour les Enfants Mauriciens) is deeply committed to the promotion and protection of children’s rights in Mauritius to offer every child the opportunity to thrive in a safe and nurturing environment.

 

Accreditation Number with the National Social Inclusion Foundation: NCSRF/2017/0101

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Services offered
  • Education services with tailored programmes designed for young children with disabilities.
  • Schools focused on providing specialised education.
  • Family Counselling Services to support and guide families to navigate challenges.
  • Activity Unit aimed at holistic child development.
  • Children's Story Publication unit.
  • Community Development projects aimed at improving living conditions in underprivileged neighbourhoods.
  • Training programmes for parents, educators, and social workers.
  • Two Children's Homes: Safe and nurturing environments for children in need.
  • Therapeutic Unit: Providing therapeutic services to support the mental and emotional well-being of children.
History

Founded in 1984, CEDEM is now one of the leading non-governmental organisations in Mauritius dedicated to the protection, development, and advocacy of children's rights. For over 35 years, CEDEM has implemented numerous projects aimed at improving the lives of Mauritian children.

Objectives

CEDEM's mission is to provide every child the opportunity to thrive in a healthy environment, regardless of social class, belief, or nationality.

  • We aim to offer Mauritian children a well-rounded education, encompassing both academic and life skills, to ensure they grow into happy and well-integrated citizens.
  • We focus on rehabilitating youngsters in distress and strive to provide for those children who are most vulnerable.
  • We strive to make parents aware of their crucial role in their children's education and support families in need.
  • We provide training for teachers, parents, and social workers to enhance their skills and knowledge.
  • We offer leisure activities for children, prioritizing the most disadvantaged neighbourhoods on the island.
Main achievements
  • Quality Specialised Education
  • Rehabilitation of Abused Children
  • Networking Across Africa
Sources of funding
  • Individual Donations
  • Funding Partners
  • Ministry of Gender Equality and Family Welfare
  • Ministry of Education
  • National Social Inclusion Foundation

 

Beneficiaries: 500 parents and children (ranging in age from 3 to 20 years old).