The Umelyateem Foundation is committed to the principles of the Iraqi Constitution and national laws and legislation, such as the Juvenile Welfare Law, the Personal Status Law, and the Social Protection Law, among others related to the safety and well-being of children. It also adheres to the Convention on the Rights of the Child and the Minimum Standards for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action, in a manner that aligns with the Iraqi environment, culture, and identity.
The Foundation provides a range of services including psychosocial support and case management for children exposed to violence and trauma. It offers legal assistance and helps obtain official documents for children, raises awareness among parents and families, and builds the capacity of government institutions working in the child protection sector and in direct contact with children and their families.
Child and Family Protection Centers have been established in Baghdad, Basra, and Muthanna. The Foundation also focuses on juveniles (children in contact with the law) held in detention centers, providing them with legal and psychological support, and has worked to improve detention conditions in the governorates of Najaf, Diwaniyah, and Muthanna. In cooperation with local governments, the Foundation has helped establish local Juvenile Welfare Councils.
These efforts have been implemented through the Foundation’s long-term partnerships with UNICEF and various government institutions, including Directorates of Education, Youth Centers, Community Police, Health Directorates, the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs, among others.
Provides psychosocial support and case management for children exposed to violence and trauma
Offers legal support and assists in obtaining official documents for children
Conducts awareness sessions for parents and families on child protection.
Builds the capacity of government actors working in the child protection sector