ADRA is committed to supporting out-of-school children. Through non-formal education (NFE) and remedial programs, ADRA helps children who have dropped out or never had the chance to attend school overcome barriers to education. Our NFE approach has enabled learners to re-enter education through accelerated learning programs focused on curriculum adaptation, technology integration, teacher training, life skills, advocacy, child protection, and infrastructure support. By partnering with governments and communities in countries like Niger, South Sudan, Somalia, Syria, Peru, Sudan, Mali, and Madagascar, ADRA ensures that every child has the opportunity to return to school or pursue vocational pathways.

Child protection is central to ADRA’s educational interventions, especially in emergencies. Our Education in Emergencies (EiE) programs prioritize creating safe, inclusive, and protective learning environments for vulnerable children. Key initiatives include establishing protection centers, providing positive parenting mentorship, offering psychosocial support for students, parents, and teachers, and using music therapy to help learners with behavioral challenges. ADRA also provides technical support to community leaders to establish child protection mechanisms. In countries like South Sudan and Thailand, refugee and internally displaced children benefit from psychosocial support, safe infrastructure, and secure learning spaces. ADRA also integrates disaster risk reduction (DRR) strategies to build resilience and protect children from harm. Our advocacy efforts, such as the “Every Child. Everywhere. In School.” campaign, reinforce our commitment to safeguarding children’s rights, particularly those at risk of early marriage or exclusion due to disability.