Kizazi Kipya : New Generation

Kizazi Kipya (meaning New Generation) was a nationwide initiative aimed at improving the well-being of vulnerable children and young people in Tanzania, particularly those affected by HIV and AIDS. The project focused on strengthening families, improving access to essential health and social services, and ensuring that children and adolescents grow up in safe, supportive environments. From 2016 to 2021, IDYDC implemented Kizazi Kipya activities in Iringa Region in partnership with PACT, Railway Children Africa, and other national and international stakeholders. Project Goal To improve the health, protection, and socio-economic well-being of orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) and adolescents, particularly those affected by HIV, by strengthening families and linking children to essential services. Legacy and Learning The Kizazi Kipya project strengthened community systems for child protection and laid a foundation for integrated service delivery for vulnerable children in Iringa. Lessons learned from this project continue to inform IDYDC’s ongoing work in child protection, early childhood development, and youth empowerment.