
International Child Development Initiatives
Welcome to the website of International Child Development Initiatives (ICDI). We are a knowledge organization in psychosocial development of children and young people growing up in difficult circumstances. ICDI believes in the power of children and young people, supporting their rights and addressing the underlying causes for the problems they face. We invite you to discover more about our work!

TOY for Inclusion - Ukraine response in Slovakia
By mid-June 2022, more than 13 million people have fled their homes since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. More than five million have left Ukraine for neighbouring countries, while eight million people are thought to be displaced inside Ukraine itself.
Children make up half of all refugees from the war in Ukraine, and have arrived mostly in Poland, Romania, Moldova, Hungary, Slovakia and the Czech Republic.
Some children who have fled Ukraine are still able to access their Ukrainian school curriculum online. For others, and especially for young children and those from vulnerable groups (Roma, children with disabilities, children in institutions, unaccompanied minors) collective efforts must be made to make sure that their education continues. In addition to the opportunity to keep learning, it is fundamental that children access psychosocial support and non formal education activities that give them stability, protection and a sense of belonging in a time of uncertainty.
In the coming months, ICDI will be supporting our long-standing partner and national coordinator of the TOY for Inclusion programme in Slovakia, Škola dokorán in opening 6 new Play Hubs with the financial support of UNICEF.
Make sure you know the names and faces of the children you work for. In the end, that’s what ICDI is all about.
Merian (14)Ethiopia
ICDI provided international expertise, networking and training, and as a result many villages in Pakistan are becoming child marriage free.
Saleem Malik, director of BedariLocal partner, Pakistan
All girls are valuable. Their development is the future.
Anke VervoordBoard member of ICDI and director of Vrouwen van Nu, Netherlands
Let’s do it together
To realize our dream of ‘a happy life for all children’ we want and need to work together with others who share our passion and professionalism. ICDI is always looking to build new partnerships.
Partners
At ICDI we believe in the power of cooperation. In partnership with other organizations we develop and implement projects that promote children’s well-being. Are you a local or international child rights organization? ICDI can support you through training, research and advice.
Donors
ICDI is a vibrant organization, constantly developing innovative initiatives that improve the well-being of children growing up in difficult circumstances. We need your support to turn our ideas into reality, scaling them up and making a difference.
We encourage you to contact us!
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