Empowering
Every Child
Building a Future
Where Potentential
Is Limitless
WELCOME TO THE CHILD RESEARCH & RESOURCE CENTRE (CRRECENT)
Every child deserves a safe, supportive, and empowering environment to grow. Yet, many children and young adults—especially girls—face daily threats to their safety, dignity, and future. At the Child Research and Resource Centre (CRRECENT), we work to expose and address these dangers through research, policy advocacy and direct community action
We are not merely addressing challenges; we are creating impactful solutions. Through collaboration, education, and steadfast advocacy, CRRECENT stands as a beacon of hope. Together, we can transform lives, reshape systems, and instill hope where it is needed most.
Students from the University of Ghana join our community action program in Eastern Region of Ghana
OUR PRIMARY CAUSES
CRRECENT is dedicated to more than just research; we are committed to changing lives and giving hope to children and youth in Ghana. Our work spans several core areas, each vital to building a brighter future. Our key focus areas include the following
Juvenile Crime and Delinquency
Our Strategic Focus
Addressing the root causes of youth involvement in crime through research, rehabilitation programs and evidence-based policy advocacy. We believe in second chances and in building futures—not prisons—for our youth.
research
Our Strategic Focus
Through community-driven research, we uncover hidden injustices and ensure evidence-based approaches guide child protection, welfare, and development efforts.
Evidence-Based Policy Advocacy
Our Strategic Focus
CRRECENT bridges the gap between data and decision-making. We transform research findings into practical, impactful policies that protect children, uphold their rights, and foster sustainable development.
Girls’ Empowerment
Our Strategic Focus
We champion the rights of girls through education, mentorship, advocacy, and leadership development. We fight against gender-based violence, exploitation, and all forms of discrimination—empowering girls to become agents of change in their communities.
early childhood development
Our Strategic Focus
We promote holistic early childhood interventions that nurture cognitive, emotional, social, spiritual and physical growth, laying the foundation for lifelong well-being and success.
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Support Our Work
Our research informs our advocacy, which strengthens our programs, creating a powerful cycle of change to build a hopeful future for our children
Join The Movement
Our work cannot succeed without you. Whether you’re a student, professional, or passionate citizen, you can be part of our mission
THE CHALLENGE
For countless children and young people living in poverty, the experience of childhood can be profoundly challenging.
OUR WORK
One in four children faces the harsh reality of poverty. We are dedicated to making a difference each and every day.
Our Key Initiatives
Empowerment Programs
Celebration of the International Day of the Girl Child in Dodowa with School Children and their Teachers under the Theme: “The Power of the Adolescent Girl: Vision 2030
Research and Advocacy
CRRECENT 20th Anniversary. The Key Speaker: the Commissioner of CHRAJ – Spoke on “The Youth Bulge and Crime”. CRRECENT flagging children and youth crime in the days ahead
Community Engagement
Dewu Akuapem Community Volunteers: Leaders of the Dewu Community Child Protection Committee
Youth Development
We offer tailored programs that support the personal and professional growth of young individuals.
Stakeholder Engagement
CRRECENT holds quarterly meetings for evaluation and performance appraisal. During these sessions, stakeholders including municipal officials, chiefs/regents, Community Protection Team members, and women representatives review CRRECENT’s operational and financial activities. They also provide input for improvements.
Youth Empowerment
In Akropong, Akwapim North, CRRECENT and Ashmore UK collaborated on a crime prevention project, educating students from Akropong Methodist JHS, Akropong MA JHS, and Okupemang JHS about crime according to Ghana’s Children’s Act and Juvenile Justice Act.
Counselling Session
CRRECENT Annual Home Coming Program for
Discharged Juveniles; A time of learning from the young men and conducting counselling
CRRECENT Empowerment
Clinical Psychologist Mr. Nortey Duah; Prof. Wisdom Mensah, Development Practitioner; Susan Sabaa Executive Director CRRECENT.
Community Engagement
Susan conducted a follow-up with mothers and their sons who had been discharged from juvenile care, as part of a family economic support program.
Carrier Guidance Program with discharged juveniles
Annual Conference on Improving Juvenile Justice and Supporting Youth After Release from Correctional Centers.
Program Categories
Child Protection
Youth Empowerment
Policy Advocacy
Community Development
Educational Support
Health and Wellbeing
Research Initiatives
Social Enterprise
Our Achievements
2022
Sophie Stenberk Foundation Award
Awarded for our outstanding contribution to child welfare and empowerment initiatives.
2021
Reach for Change Impact Award
Recognized for our innovative approaches in creating sustainable change for children and youth.
2020
Ghana Philanthropy Excellence Award
Honored for our commitment to philanthropy and community service in Ghana.
Our Partners
International Foundations, local businesses and large corporations operating in our communities play a vital role in creating lasting change for children in need. Their generous in-kind support allows 100% of all financial donations to go directly to our programs, and we are proud to support them in return. Thank you to the following Foundations who have helped make our work possible.
PROUD OF AND GRATEFUL TO OUR FRIENDS
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Email: info@crrecent.org
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