Santa Cruz, Bolivia| A technical committee composed of judges, the Defensoría de la Niñez y Adolescencia, and SEDEPOS conducted an institutional supervision and highlighted the work of NPH Bolivia in exercising the rights of children and adolescents.
The first week of September was a key moment for NPH Bolivia and the supervision of the well-being of the children and adolescents participating in its programs. Judges and representatives from the Defensoría de la Niñez y Adolescencia and the Servicio Departamental SEDEPOS carried out an institutional supervision visit. The visit aimed to safeguard the best interests of the child and ensure compliance with their rights within the framework of NPH Bolivia’s programs.
Among the authorities participating in the visit were representatives from courts and entities responsible for cases involving children and adolescents in their respective jurisdictions, including the Juzgado Público de Niñez y Adolescencia 2° de Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Juzgado Público de Niñez y Adolescencia y Sentencia Penal de Montero, Juzgado Público Mixto Civil y Comercial de Familia de la Niñez y Adolescencia 1° y 2° de Portachuelo, and 1° de Yapacaní, the Programa de Asistencia Social y Familia de SEDEPOS, and the Defensorías de la Niñez y Adolescencia from Santa Cruz, Montero, Portachuelo, and Yapacaní.
The main focus of the visit was to ensure that NPH Bolivia continues to meet the legal and social standards required for the protection and comprehensive development of children and adolescents in its care. The supervision proved very favorable for the institution, as judges and present authorities praised the implemented work plan, especially in family reintegration programs and youth empowerment.
The Reintegración Familiar program, which facilitates the return of children to a safe family environment, was highlighted for its focus on restoring family ties and providing comprehensive support to families. This program allows children to be reintegrated safely and stably, with continuous support from NPH and competent authorities.
Additionally, the Youth Empowerment and Economic Program, which includes transition homes for independent living for adolescents, was recognized as a key tool for preparing young people for autonomous and productive lives. Transition homes provide adolescents with vocational training, life skills, and psychological support, contributing to their successful integration into society.
Attendees also expressed enthusiasm for NPH Bolivia’s future projects, particularly the development of a Family Center that aims to offer direct support to community families through family strengthening programs, training, and social assistance. This project was received with great optimism as it addresses the need to support vulnerable families in their journey toward self-sufficiency.
In a demonstration of commitment to collaboration with NPH Bolivia, SEDEPOS announced its willingness to endorse certificates for families that have successfully overcome their vulnerability after receiving support from NPH. This gesture will allow these “graduated” families to be formally recognized for their progress and self-sufficiency, reinforcing the positive impact of NPH programs in the community.
This institutional supervision day reaffirmed NPH Bolivia’s commitment to protecting and promoting the well-being of children and adolescents under its care. Present authorities emphasized the importance of NPH’s programs, especially those related to family reintegration and youth independence, expressing their support for future projects aimed at directly impacting vulnerable families in the region.
With favorable results and strong institutional backing, NPH Bolivia continues to establish itself as a reference point in comprehensive care and empowerment for children and adolescents, always focusing on their right to grow up in a safe and loving environment.