Strengthening Aftercare for Care Leavers: Insights from the Ahavaan Aftercare Conference
Updated On: 27 February, 2025 04:22 PM IST | Mumbai | Buzz
Vandhana Kandhari, Child Protection Specialist at UNICEF, stressed the importance of family-based care over institutional care.

Left to right Alpa Vora - Child Protection Specialist, UNICEF Maharashtra Vandhana Kandhari - Child Protection Specialist, UNICEF Delhi Madan Gopal - Co-Founder, Secretary and Treasurer, AFEC Gita Gopal - Co-Founder and President, AFEC Smitha Shetty
The Ahavaan Aftercare Conference brought together key stakeholders, including NGOs, government representatives, and care leavers, to discuss strengthening aftercare support in India. The event underscored the need for structured mentorship, employment, education, and policy reforms to help young people transitioning out of child care institutions (CCIs) achieve independence.
Prioritizing Family-Based Care and Holistic Support

