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Welcome to State Department for Children Services

The State Department for Children Services is domiciled under the Ministry of Gender, Culture and Children Services. It was created on 16th April, 2025 following the reorganization of the Government structure with CPA Carren Ageng’o appointed as the Principal Secretary.  The establishment of the Department reflects the Government's commitment to prioritizing child protection and welfare in Kenya. The Department draws its mandate from the Executive Order No. 1 of 2025, the Constitution of Kenya, the Children Act 2022 and related laws. Its overall mandate is to safeguard the rights and promote the welfare of all children in Kenya.

To effectively fulfill its mandate, the State Department is organized into eight (8) division.

Our Programmes | State Department for Children Services

Making a Difference Across Kenya

Explore our key programmes and initiatives that protect children and strengthen families nationwide.

Children participating in a community protection programme Core Programme

Child Protection Systems

Coordinating national action against violence, exploitation and harmful practices affecting children across all 47 counties.

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Children's institution building and grounds Institutions

Statutory Children Institutions

30 government facilities providing care, custody and rehabilitation for vulnerable children and those in conflict with the law.

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Family with children in a caring home environment Family Care

Foster Care & Adoption

Facilitating safe family-based alternatives for children in need of protection, permanency and support.

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Community volunteers working with children Community

Child Protection Volunteers

Community-level workers bridging vulnerable children and government services across every ward in Kenya.

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Digital data analytics and child protection information system Data

CPIMS Data Portal

Kenya's child protection information management system with real-time data across all 47 counties.

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Children in a supportive justice environment Justice

Child-Friendly Justice

Ensuring age-appropriate treatment, diversion programmes and rehabilitation for children in conflict with the law.

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News & Announcements

Stay informed about child protection news, conferences, publications and events across Kenya.