Statusrapport
Protection and Integration of Street children in Tirana Mid-Term Evaluation Report
The center for children working and living in the street is operational in Tirana since February 2009. It is established in close cooperation with Tirana municipality and partnership with local organization “Femijet e Botes dhe te Shqiperise”. It provides a “safe space” for children who can participate in social, educational and recreational activities. All services to children in the Center are carried out in close cooperation and with the agreement of children’s parents or guardians. Children living and working in the street are identified through outreach work, referred to and be provided services which ensure their protection and integration. Qualified staff helps them gain access to health and social services, birth registration and education. During 2011 the project was supported with EU and Save the Children Italy funds. The evaluation aimed at assessing if aims and objectives were met as stated in the project document, effectiveness of the project and provide recommendations towards its improvement.