Cost efficiency analysis: Child protection case management
International Rescue Committee
Highlights
In emergency situations, case management plays a vital role in connecting the most
vulnerable members of a population with the services that they need to survive and
thrive. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) addresses child protection concerns
through case management services in both refugee/internally displaced person (IDP)
camps and urban settings.
IRC case management services identify and assess the needs of children with
particular vulnerabilities, such as unaccompanied and separated children, connect them
with critical services needed through an established referral network, and ensure that
children remain safe and secure. Typically, the IRC’s child case management services
last between six and 18 months, depending on the child’s individual needs. This analysis
covers six IRC case management programs in five countries and includes programs
providing services within refugee/IDP camps and in urban settings.
