About Us

HEKIMA

HEKIMA is a non-profit, non-government, and voluntary organization dedicated to child rights. Founded and registered under the NGO Act No. 24/2002 in 2014, HEKIMA is headquartered in Kagera, Tanzania. The organization is committed to ending child labor, street living, and child trafficking in Tanzania, providing children with opportunities to transform their lives.
 
 

Why we do What we do

HEKIMA's work transcends typical business activities, incorporating mentorship programs aimed at helping individuals transition from vulnerable situations and develop their potential skills, fostering self-acceptance and life changes. The organization has implemented strategies to enhance child protection systems, making them more responsive to children's needs. By working directly with communities, HEKIMA empowers children to understand and advocate for their rights. The organization also focuses on connecting children with essential service providers, ensuring they have access to their rights, including child and police gender desks, legal services, and other vital resources.

Furthermore, HEKIMA is dedicated to locating and reuniting children with their biological or alternative families. Institutional care is not a priority, as HEKIMA believes that children thrive best within their communities. The organization leading the child care reform agenda in Tanzania, in collaboration with other stakeholders, aims to promote and protect children's rights, ensuring that reforms in child care are effectively implemented and sustained.

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Areas of Focus:
The focused areas address critical aspects of child and youth development through various support mechanisms and initiatives.

1. Child Protection and Participation:
Enforce and advocate for laws that protect children from abuse, exploitation, and neglect, while providing legal aid to children and families. Develop social programs addressing poverty, education, and healthcare, and implement  safe spaces, and counseling services.

2. Community-Based Care:
Mobilizes local communities to actively participate in ensuring the well-being, safety, and security of children. It emphasizes collective responsibility and community engagement in addressing the needs of children, particularly those who are vulnerable or at risk. .
 

3. The Youth Livelihood, Partnership, and Exchange 

This program focuses on providing training in life skills, vocational skills, and entrepreneurship through workshops, apprenticeships, and mentorship programs. It collaborates with local and international organizations, businesses, and educational institutions to create opportunities and share resources for youth employment and education. Additionally, it promotes intercultural understanding and global awareness through travel, virtual exchanges, and collaborative projects.