Protection
At Dorcas, we are committed to preventing harm, ensuring dignity and providing impartial support to those most at risk. Protection is at the heart of everything we do, guided by our strong commitment to the Do No Harm principle. We proactively prevent and respond to physical and psychological harm, safeguarding children, women, older people and households facing heightened vulnerability.
Our programmes combine targeted protection actions with broader interventions that reduce protection risks. We provide direct protection services such as case management and mental health and psychosocial support, while also strengthening livelihoods and improving access to basic assistance in order to prevent exploitation, abuse, and harmful practices. Through community engagement, raising awareness, and advocacy, we support people in claiming their rights and in contributing to safer, more secure communities.
From Oasis to Oases: How one community centre became a movement in Cairo
In one of Cairo’s most marginalised communities, commonly referred to as the 'garbage collectors' district', families live under constant strain from poverty, addiction, violence and social exclusion. Women and children are particularly affected, facing unsafe living conditions, limited access to education and healthcare, and an increased risk of abuse and exploitation.
Since 2014, the Oasis Community Centre of Dorcas, operated by our implementing partner Live Vision, has played a vital role in delivering multifaceted support. The Oasis Community Centre specialises in family-based interventions that address the needs of the entire household.
Dorcas Romania combats human trafficking by supporting victims and reducing vulnerabilities
Human trafficking is one of the most pressing social issues in Romania, one of the top five EU countries in terms of victims. Dorcas Romania is tackling this pressing issue through a comprehensive project focusing on key areas: awareness raising and prevention, building and strengthening partnerships with stakeholders, handling direct cases and reducing the vulnerability of young people at risk.
Stories and articles
Local power creates lasting change: Dorcas strategic plan 2026-2030
Reading time: three minutes. Dorcas is proud to announce the publication of its strategic plan 2026-2030: Local power creates lasting change. This roadmap sets out Dorcas’s vision for the coming years, focusing on empowering local […]
From Oasis to Oases: How one community centre became a movement in Cairo
Reading time: four minutes. In one of Cairo’s most marginalised communities, commonly referred to as the ‘garbage collectors’ district’, families live under constant strain from poverty, addiction, violence and social exclusion. Women and children are […]
Strengthening resilience and well-being in Ukraine through music-based psychosocial support
Reading time: 3 minutes Mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) form an integral part of Dorcas’ work. One of the countries in which this assistance is currently particularly vital is Ukraine. Due to the ongoing […]
Supporting families in crisis in Ukraine
Reading time: 2 minutes In Ukraine, many families are forced to flee the ongoing conflict, seeking safety in western regions such as Transcarpathia. This displacement has a severe impact on their livelihoods and overall well-being. […]
Mental health support amid conflict in Ukraine
As a result of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, most Ukrainians have experienced increased anxiety and decreased psychological well-being. Therefore, Dorcas Ukraine is focusing on initiatives to improve the mental health of people in the […]
Promoting happy childhoods: Dorcas Ukraine’s Future for Children programme
Extra-curricular activities are an important way for children to discover their talents, build confidence, socialise and develop positive habits. Recognising the importance of these opportunities, Dorcas Ukraine’s Future for Children programme works with its partner […]
Dorcas Ukraine partners with government programme to promote children’s mental health
Dorcas Ukraine has teamed up with the all-Ukrainian mental health programme “How are U?” to promote children’s mental health within the education system. This initiative, led by Oksana, MHPSS Project Manager at Dorcas Ukraine, and […]
Dorcas Romania combats human trafficking by supporting victims and reducing vulnerabilities
Human trafficking is one of the most pressing social issues in Romania, one of the top five EU countries in terms of victims. Dorcas Romania is tackling this pressing issue through a comprehensive project focusing […]
Supporting people to get the documents they need
Sargon (39) was born and grew up in Bagdad. But in 2006, his family fled due to the conflict and moved to Dohuk. Sargon, who had recently graduated, experienced first-hand what it was like to […]
Ioana: ‘I stand up for Roma children’s right to education’
Ioana is the Co-founder and Director of ASA Association, an implementing partner of Dorcas. ASA Association aims to fight poverty and exclusion and to develop communities in Romania, especially Roma communities. Ioana: ‘For many Roma, […]
Minsa*: ‘I stand up for the right to proper work‘
Minsa (32) is a project participant of Dorcas partner Loyac in Yemen. Minsa fled with her husband and their five children to Aden from an escalated conflict and bombings in Yemen. They experienced a lot […]
One year after the earthquake in Syria: How did Dorcas support those in need
One year ago, on the 6th of February, earthquakes and strong aftershocks caused great devastation in Syria and Turkey. Syria, already in crisis due to the ongoing conflict, was again hit by a disaster that […]
Joyce: ‘I stand up for empowerment and protection’
Joyce and her family are involved with Dorcas Kenya through their daughter, who is part of the sponsorship programme. Joyce: ‘I stand up for empowerment and protection because I want to claim my rights and […]
Lara: ‘I stand up for women’s empowerment’
Lara and her family are project participants of Dorcas Lebanon. Lara: ‘I stand up for women’s empowerment and rights because I want women to be strong enough to reclaim their rights and for them to […]
Addisu*: ‘I stand up for the rights of older people’
Addisu is a Granny Association Chairman in Ethiopia at the Samaritan Vision Charity Organisation. This is a partner of Dorcas Ethiopia. ‘I stand up for older people in my country because they are often marginalised […]