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Child Rights Home

The offices of ICDI are located in a historic building that once functioned as an orphanage.  It was founded in 1593, as a response to the ever-increasing number of orphans and neglected children, and it closed its doors only during the 1960s. In 1994, ICDI chose this location for its offices to underline the importance of the history of community-care for children and youth at risk, and to have its activities inspired by the lives of the many children and young people who lived, played, worked, and suffered here. We have always felt that the ‘Weeshuis' (orphanage) should stay true to its original function and remain a centre for action for children in difficult circumstances.

As of May 2010 the renovated orphanage has re-opened as Kinderrechtenhuis Nederland (Child Rights Home Netherlands). Besides ICDI, several other organisations working with and for children and young people have their offices in the building. Please see www.kinderrechtenhuis.nl for more information.