A Journey of Care and Reunification

On June 20th, a vulnerable four-year-old girl named N*** was brought to Child Protection. She was found lost at a metro station and was not able to tell the whereabouts of her family. Responding to that, the dedicated Child Protection Officers (CPOs) at CPI took immediate responsibility for her well-being, ensuring her safety and protection within the institute. From the moment Noor Fatima entered CPI, she was under continuous observation, receiving all the care and support. she needed. The CPOs provided her with a safe and nurturing environment, along with timely psychological assistance to help her adjust to her new surroundings Understanding the importance of addressing her medical needs, the CPOs arranged for N*** to be examined at a hospital on two occasions. Thanks to their prompt actions and the medical treatment she received, N*** made a full recovery. Reunification with her family was always at the forefront of CPI’s mission. To achieve this goal, the CPOs collaborated closely with the Child Protection Bureau, ICT Police, and Edhi Centre. Their efforts to locate N***’s family included disseminating information about her on social media and making direct contact with her relatives. These comprehensive efforts paid off when, on August 20th, 2024, N***’s family approached CPI to take their daughter home. The CPOs facilitated a heartfelt reunion between N*** and her parents. In line with CPI’s standard operating procedures (SOPs), the officers carefully verified all necessary information before proceeding with the reunification. Once these verifications were completed, N*** was successfully returned to her family’s care. Even after the reunification, CPI’s commitment to N***’s well-being did not waver. The CPOs conducted a follow-up visits to her home, ensuring that she was safe and secure in the care of her loved ones. N***s story is a testament to the tireless dedication of the Child Protection Institute and its officers.