Highly Vulnerable Children Research Center
Who are HVC?
Highly vulnerable children
This term generally refers to groups of children whose circumstances expose them to high levels of risk, such as orphans, AIDS-affected children, street children, or children directly affected by armed conflict.
Why is HVC research important?
Evidence-based practice
To provide effective programming for children and youth in difficult circumstances, we first need to know what works and why.
What is our approach?
HVC research center
With generous support from USAID Southern Africa, the Highly Vulnerable Children Research Center was created by Dr Tonya Renee Thurman with the central goal of compiling a rigorous evidence base for HVC program and policy decision making. Monitoring and evaluation support, technical assistance and capacity building are central to our work, as we seek to support the abilities of governments, communities and families to provide evidence-informed, quality care for HVC.
What have we learned?
Publications & key activities
We use a multi-faceted communications strategy to share findings and recommendations directly and effectively with an array of stakeholders.
