18/07/2026
On 7 July 2026, TARA hosted its first-ever Stakeholder Consultation on “The Role of Stakeholders in Strengthening Family-Based Care.” Bringing together government representatives, child protection experts, and civil society organisations, the consultation provided a platform to reflect on a shared goal: How can we strengthen families and child protection systems so that every child receives the care that is in their best interests?
The consultation showcased the progress of TARA’s Family Intervention (TFI) Programme—a first-of-its-kind initiative in Delhi, developed by TARA in close collaboration with the Child Welfare Committees of two districts. Over the past 15 months, the programme has supported 37 children, along with their families and caregivers, through tailored socio-emotional interventions designed to strengthen families and help children remain safely in their family environment whenever possible.
The discussions reinforced that every child’s circumstances are unique and that care decisions must always be guided by the child’s best interests. Participants highlighted how timely family-strengthening interventions can help children remain safely within their families whenever possible, while reaffirming the importance of quality alternative care when necessary. The dialogue also underscored the need to deepen parental and community engagement and strengthen the implementation of Mission Vatsalya to better support vulnerable children and families.
For TARA, this consultation represents more than a milestone—it marks the beginning of a collaborative effort to demonstrate how government, civil society, and communities can work together to build a scalable model for strengthening families within India’s child protection system.
A heartfelt thank you to all the speakers, participants, partners, and government representatives who made this meaningful dialogue possible. Together, we can strengthen families, build stronger systems, and create lasting change for children.
