Year: 2026

YONECO, in collaboration with the District Social Welfare Office have conducted a series of sensitization meetings to protect children fromfrom violence and abuse in the area of and Group Village Head (GVH) Bangamoyo, Traditional Authority (T/A) Mwaulambya, Chitipa district. The awareness meetings focused on safeguarding children during the school holiday period, a time when they…

YONECO stepped up efforts to prevent teen pregnancies and HIV among young people by providing peer educators from various youth clubs across Traditional Authority (T/A) Mapira with practical knowledge on Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) and healthy decision-making. The session focused on adolescent development, healthy relationships, family planning, HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and…

YONECO equipped leaners with knowledge on child rights through an outreach session that was conducted at Lilongwe L.E.A Primary School on 21 July 2026 aimed to empower children to recognize, protect and advocate for their rights. The leaners were taken through their fundamental rights provided for under various national and international child protection frameworks including…

On 21 July 2026, YONECO hosted a colourful closure ceremony for children enrolled in its Early Childhood Development (ECD) Programme at Ntaja in Machinga district. The event celebrated the learners’ achievements and the successful completion of the academic year. The ceremony brought together learners, parents, caregivers, and community members. The ceremony featured lively performances, and…

On 22 July 2026, YONECO facilitated a community dialogue session with traditional leaders, parents, children and community child protection structures to discuss the underlying causes of child marriage and identify solutions in the area of Village Head Chipeta, Mangochi. Participants highlighted poverty as a major driver of early marriage, with some parents forcing their daughters…

YONECO joined Chitipa District Social Welfare Office (DSWO) and the Malawi Police Service (MPS) in an exercise that led to the successful withdrawal and reintegration of vulnerable children who were exposed to abuse, exploitation, and other harmful situations in Chitipa district. The exercise targeted children engaged in child labour, those trapped in early marriages and…

On 17 July, YONECO conducted a hygiene and sanitation awareness session at Khumula Primary School in Lilongwe. The session provided learners with essential knowledge and practical skills to promote healthy living and a clean school environment. The session focused on the importance of regular handwashing with soap, bathing, brushing teeth, wearing clean clothes, and maintaining…

YONECO continues to invest in the future of young people by equipping them with the knowledge and confidence needed to make positive life choices. The organization recently conducted a student empowerment session at Nachiwe in Chitipa District, bringing together learners to explore the importance of self-awareness, self-esteem, goal setting, and informed decision-making. During the interactive…

On 9th July 2026, YONECO called on men in Chitipa District to play a more active role in family planning and family health, stating that their involvement is key to improving the well-being of families and communities. The call was made during a community awareness session that was held at Chitipa Market. Participants discussed the…

YONECO conducted a child rights engagement session at Mtalimanja Village in Mangochi, to promote positive parenting and strengthen community-based child protection systems. The session focused on children’s rights, positive parenting, child labour, harmful cultural practices, and preventing violence against children. Participants discussed the impact of violence on children’s health, education and future opportunities, while emphasizing…