Advocating for equal rights, educating for awareness, and delivering the highest standard of care for every child and Kafala families
Inclusion
We condemn all forms of discrimination. Everyone deserves equal access to opportunities and resources.
Community
Family comes first. We empower and provide high-quality services to our teams, partners, children without parental care, and kafala families.
Collaboration
Everyone adds value to our journey. We act as liaisons between our staff and stakeholders to ensure a better future for our beneficiaries.
Compassion
We reach our beneficiaries with empathy, kindness, understanding, and respect, providing solutions for their challenges.
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The Impact We're Making Together
With your continued support, we're on our way to making a significant difference in the lives of children without parental care, connecting them with loving families and creating lasting change.
5000+
Kafala families supported
3000+
Individuals received training and support
1000+
Mothers and families received psychological and social support
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Children secured in the first YK Small Home
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Yallakafala
September 10, 2026
"Behind the Screen" What’s happening in our children’s digital world that we don’t always see? And how can we protect them from the risks of the internet and social media without making them feel like we’re constantly watching or monitoring them? In the “Behind the Screen” workshop, we’ll explore: - How to keep our children safe online - How social media can affect their wellbeing and behavior - The risks they may encounter online - How to build a safe, open, and trusting relationship where they feel comfortable turning to us whenever they need support Speaker: Hager El Sayed Safeguarding Adviser & Independent Consultant in the MENA Region Supporting Overwhelmed Mums Because keeping children safe online isn’t just about monitoring what they do, it’s about making sure they know they can always come to us. 📅 Tuesday, September 29 🕗 8:00 PM 💻 Online If you want to better understand what’s happening behind the screen… Join us for the workshop. Register through the registration link: https://forms.gle/o5anaxNRMAv7HEsg7
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Yallakafala
September 8, 2026
Reading and writing are more than just skills we learn at school…They are tools that help us understand ourselves, make sense of our stories, and express what we feel.That’s why learning and knowledge are such an important part of every child’s journey.When a family understands the importance of sharing a child’s kafala story in an age-appropriate way, and when a child reads and listens to stories that help them understand their identity, they begin to see their own story differently… and grow up understanding and feeling proud of who they are.Over time, the story that was once a question in their mind can become a story they confidently share with others, without fear or feeling that it is something they need to hide.Writing also gives them a space to express their feelings and thoughts, and to put into words the things that can sometimes be difficult to say out loud.Because education isn’t just about gaining knowledge or opening doors to new opportunities…It also gives children the tools to understand who they are, make sense of their story, and grow up with confidence.On *International Literacy Day*, we’re reminded that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, understand, know their story… and tell it in their own words.
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Yallakafala
September 3, 2026
Every donation becomes part of a bigger story... a story of creating safe places where children can grow, dream, and feel at home. On International Charity Day, we’re introducing you to the services and projects your donations support helping us provide our children with a safe, supportive environment where they can grow and dream of a better future. One of our biggest dreams that we’re turning into reality is The Small House A place designed to be a real home for children, not just a place to live. And the story doesn’t end here… In 2027, we’re preparing to open new Small Houses, so we can provide a safe environment for more children and give them the same sense of security, care, and opportunities. Your donation doesn’t just help build a home… It helps build a life. Stay tuned for our upcoming posts to discover where your donations go and how every contribution, no matter how small, can make a real difference in a child’s life.
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Yallakafala
August 11, 2026
As Kareem grows up, what challenges do you think he and other young people in similar situations might face? Have you experienced something similar, or do you have thoughts to share? Join the conversation in the comments
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Kafala Blogs
Each of these blogs represents a journey from uncertainty to belonging. Learn how Kafala has transformed lives of these families.
Launching the First Phase of Digital Services for Kafala Families and Care Institutions
The launch of the first phase of the digital services system for kafala families and care institutions, in collaboration between the Ministries of Social Solidarity and Communications and Information Technology, marks an important step toward simplifying Kafala procedures, reducing paperwork, and improving the quality and efficiency of services provided to families and children.
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Launching the First Phase of Digital Services for Kafala Families and Care Institutions
The launch of the first phase of the digital services system for kafala families and care institutions, in collaboration between the Ministries of Social Solidarity and Communications and Information Technology, marks an important step toward simplifying Kafala procedures, reducing paperwork, and improving the quality and efficiency of services provided to families and children.
Yalla Kafala Organization Joins the Supreme Committee for Alternative Families: A Partnership for the Best Interest of Children
Yalla Kafala Organization’s joining of the Supreme Committee for Alternative Families at the Ministry of Social Solidarity marks an important step in strengthening the Kafala system in Egypt. Through its participation, the Organization contributes to decision-making, brings valuable on-the-ground experience, and collaborates with key stakeholders to help develop a stronger, more supportive system that places the best interest of every child at its heart.
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Yalla Kafala Organization Joins the Supreme Committee for Alternative Families: A Partnership for the Best Interest of Children
Yalla Kafala Organization’s joining of the Supreme Committee for Alternative Families at the Ministry of Social Solidarity marks an important step in strengthening the Kafala system in Egypt. Through its participation, the Organization contributes to decision-making, brings valuable on-the-ground experience, and collaborates with key stakeholders to help develop a stronger, more supportive system that places the best interest of every child at its heart.
Planning for the Future… Yalla Kafala Organization’s 2026–2028 Strategy Workshop.
Yalla Kafala organization held its 2026–2028 Strategy Workshop, led by Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant Sameh Marwan, to define a shared vision and strategic priorities that will strengthen the organization’s impact in the years ahead.
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Planning for the Future… Yalla Kafala Organization’s 2026–2028 Strategy Workshop.
Yalla Kafala organization held its 2026–2028 Strategy Workshop, led by Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant Sameh Marwan, to define a shared vision and strategic priorities that will strengthen the organization’s impact in the years ahead.
A Family That Embraces… A Child Who Belongs
Yalla Kafala NGO’s participation in the seminar, “A Family That Embraces… A Child Who Belongs,” created an opportunity to discuss the real challenges facing Kafala families, share authentic experiences from the field, and reaffirm that every child deserves a family that provides love, safety, and a sense of belonging.
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A Family That Embraces… A Child Who Belongs
Yalla Kafala NGO’s participation in the seminar, “A Family That Embraces… A Child Who Belongs,” created an opportunity to discuss the real challenges facing Kafala families, share authentic experiences from the field, and reaffirm that every child deserves a family that provides love, safety, and a sense of belonging.
A Cultural Salon at AUC… A New Step Toward Raising Awareness About Kafala
Yalla Kafala Organization organized a cultural salon at The American University in Cairo (AUC) to raise awareness about Kafala, highlighting the organization’s role in supporting the Kafala system, the different stages of the Kafala journey, and real-life experiences shared with students interested in advocacy, social impact, and community work.
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A Cultural Salon at AUC… A New Step Toward Raising Awareness About Kafala
Yalla Kafala Organization organized a cultural salon at The American University in Cairo (AUC) to raise awareness about Kafala, highlighting the organization’s role in supporting the Kafala system, the different stages of the Kafala journey, and real-life experiences shared with students interested in advocacy, social impact, and community work.
Beyond the Diagnosis… A Space for Women’s Health, Motherhood & Kafala
Through Beyond the Diagnosis, Yalla Kafala brought together conversations around women’s health, motherhood, and the Kafala journey in one meaningful space creating an afternoon rooted in honesty, connection, support, and shared experiences
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Beyond the Diagnosis… A Space for Women’s Health, Motherhood & Kafala
Through Beyond the Diagnosis, Yalla Kafala brought together conversations around women’s health, motherhood, and the Kafala journey in one meaningful space creating an afternoon rooted in honesty, connection, support, and shared experiences
A Team Building Day… When Leadership Becomes Understanding, Not Just a Role
A team building session at Yalla Kafala Organization explored the true meaning of leadership and its role within the workplace through open and thought-provoking discussions that strengthened the team’s understanding of individual impact, responsibility, and collaborative work.
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A Team Building Day… When Leadership Becomes Understanding, Not Just a Role
A team building session at Yalla Kafala Organization explored the true meaning of leadership and its role within the workplace through open and thought-provoking discussions that strengthened the team’s understanding of individual impact, responsibility, and collaborative work.
Yalla Kafala Organization Participates in Conference on Developing the Kafala Care System
Yalla Kafala Foundation participated in a three-day conference held under the patronage of the Ministry of Social Solidarity to discuss the development of the Kafala care system, the adoption of mandatory training for kafala families, the digital transformation of procedures, and the role of community awareness alongside inspiring stories from Kafala families.
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Yalla Kafala Organization Participates in Conference on Developing the Kafala Care System
Yalla Kafala Foundation participated in a three-day conference held under the patronage of the Ministry of Social Solidarity to discuss the development of the Kafala care system, the adoption of mandatory training for kafala families, the digital transformation of procedures, and the role of community awareness alongside inspiring stories from Kafala families.
Launching YK TV… A New Way to Understand Kafala
This blog highlights the launch of YK TV, a YouTube platform by Yalla Kafala Foundation designed to support fostering families. Learn about the platform’s concept, its goals, and how each episode provides practical guidance, real-life insights, and clear answers to common questions throughout the fostering journey.
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Launching YK TV… A New Way to Understand Kafala
This blog highlights the launch of YK TV, a YouTube platform by Yalla Kafala Foundation designed to support fostering families. Learn about the platform’s concept, its goals, and how each episode provides practical guidance, real-life insights, and clear answers to common questions throughout the fostering journey.
Real Success and a Sense of Satisfaction
Highlighting the event’s success through families’ positive reactions and satisfaction, and reinforcing the deeper message of Kafala is Love as more than an event it is a human experience that reflects the true essence of Kafala: love, safety, and genuine support
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Real Success and a Sense of Satisfaction
Highlighting the event’s success through families’ positive reactions and satisfaction, and reinforcing the deeper message of Kafala is Love as more than an event it is a human experience that reflects the true essence of Kafala: love, safety, and genuine support
Kafala bus in Maadi Sporting & Yacht Club
This time, the Kafala Bus stopped at Maadi Sporting & Yacht Club, and it truly felt different.
Awareness was no longer directed at adults alone, but at children as well, and they amazed us with their thoughtful perspectives, genuine engagement, and the way they encouraged their peers to treat Kafala children with empathy, understanding, and respect.
A meaningful step forward in growing awareness and nurturing a more inclusive generation.
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Kafala bus in Maadi Sporting & Yacht Club
This time, the Kafala Bus stopped at Maadi Sporting & Yacht Club, and it truly felt different.
Awareness was no longer directed at adults alone, but at children as well, and they amazed us with their thoughtful perspectives, genuine engagement, and the way they encouraged their peers to treat Kafala children with empathy, understanding, and respect.
A meaningful step forward in growing awareness and nurturing a more inclusive generation.
Yalla Kafala Organization Participates in CSM’70 Conference at the United Nations Headquarters
Yalla Kafala Organization participated in the CSM’70 conference at the United Nations in New York, addressing women’s rights and access to justice while strongly advocating for the rights of Kafala mothers and supporting children without parental care in Egypt.
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Yalla Kafala Organization Participates in CSM’70 Conference at the United Nations Headquarters
Yalla Kafala Organization participated in the CSM’70 conference at the United Nations in New York, addressing women’s rights and access to justice while strongly advocating for the rights of Kafala mothers and supporting children without parental care in Egypt.
Activities that Bring Families and Children Together
An overview of the interactive activities and games that brought families and children together, alongside thoughtfully designed, separate spaces including a trauma-focused workshop for mothers, dedicated time for fathers with their children, and shared spaces for children addressing the needs of every family member.
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Activities that Bring Families and Children Together
An overview of the interactive activities and games that brought families and children together, alongside thoughtfully designed, separate spaces including a trauma-focused workshop for mothers, dedicated time for fathers with their children, and shared spaces for children addressing the needs of every family member.
When the team lives the journey themselves… A different kind of training day at Yalla Kafala Foundation
A key training day at Yalla Kafala Foundation, where the team completed the mandatory kafala training taken by Kafala families. This step enhances the foundation’s ability to offer informed, empathetic, and effective support to families and children throughout the kafala journey.
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When the team lives the journey themselves… A different kind of training day at Yalla Kafala Foundation
A key training day at Yalla Kafala Foundation, where the team completed the mandatory kafala training taken by Kafala families. This step enhances the foundation’s ability to offer informed, empathetic, and effective support to families and children throughout the kafala journey.
Kafala is Love… When Kafala Becomes a Space of Safety and Love
An overview of the Kafala is Love event and its humanitarian mission to bring Kafala families and children together in a safe, supportive space highlighting what made this edition different through collaboration with MSA University and Lebaladna Foundation, and the role of partnerships in creating a more impactful experience.
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Kafala is Love… When Kafala Becomes a Space of Safety and Love
An overview of the Kafala is Love event and its humanitarian mission to bring Kafala families and children together in a safe, supportive space highlighting what made this edition different through collaboration with MSA University and Lebaladna Foundation, and the role of partnerships in creating a more impactful experience.
Why Was the Kafala Bus Day Important?
The importance of the “Kafala Bus” campaign lies in its role in sparking genuine dialogue with young people, building impactful partnerships, correcting misconceptions, and laying the foundation for a new awareness that supports the Kafala system and serves the future of children under Kafala.
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Why Was the Kafala Bus Day Important?
The importance of the “Kafala Bus” campaign lies in its role in sparking genuine dialogue with young people, building impactful partnerships, correcting misconceptions, and laying the foundation for a new awareness that supports the Kafala system and serves the future of children under Kafala.
Delivering the First Tablet Batch at Yalla Kafala Foundation for Outstanding Children Under Kafala
Delivering the first batch of tablets at Yalla Kafala Foundation to honor and encourage outstanding children under Kafala in academics, sports, and Qur’an memorization because excellence deserves support and recognition.
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Delivering the First Tablet Batch at Yalla Kafala Foundation for Outstanding Children Under Kafala
Delivering the first batch of tablets at Yalla Kafala Foundation to honor and encourage outstanding children under Kafala in academics, sports, and Qur’an memorization because excellence deserves support and recognition.
When Drama Sparks a Necessary Conversation: What Does Kafala Really Mean?
“Hekayet Nargis” sparked important conversations around kafala in Egypt, bringing forward real questions about its requirements, challenges, and the responsibility it carries.
This article takes a deeper look at kafala, emphasizing that it is not a path to fulfill personal desires for parenthood, but a fundamental right of the child. One that requires awareness, emotional readiness, and a genuine commitment to providing a safe, stable, and nurturing life.
Kafala Blog
When Drama Sparks a Necessary Conversation: What Does Kafala Really Mean?
“Hekayet Nargis” sparked important conversations around kafala in Egypt, bringing forward real questions about its requirements, challenges, and the responsibility it carries.
This article takes a deeper look at kafala, emphasizing that it is not a path to fulfill personal desires for parenthood, but a fundamental right of the child. One that requires awareness, emotional readiness, and a genuine commitment to providing a safe, stable, and nurturing life.
Games… Dialogue… and Revealing Important Gap
Highlighting how interactive games and open dialogue revealed youth awareness around Kafala, identified the gap between current and needed understanding, and brought together all sides of the ecosystem through a powerful dialogue session rooted in real-life experiences.
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Games… Dialogue… and Revealing Important Gap
Highlighting how interactive games and open dialogue revealed youth awareness around Kafala, identified the gap between current and needed understanding, and brought together all sides of the ecosystem through a powerful dialogue session rooted in real-life experiences.
Kafala Bus
A different journey for the Kafala Bus, bringing people closer to the Kafala system and opening an honest conversation about its meaning, impact, and society’s responsibility toward children under Kafala with a new step focused on investing in the awareness of future generations.
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Kafala Bus
A different journey for the Kafala Bus, bringing people closer to the Kafala system and opening an honest conversation about its meaning, impact, and society’s responsibility toward children under Kafala with a new step focused on investing in the awareness of future generations.
Heba's Story
Heba's heartwarming journey to motherhood through sponsorship, finding joy and purpose in raising her daughter with love and devotion.
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Heba's Story
Heba's heartwarming journey to motherhood through sponsorship, finding joy and purpose in raising her daughter with love and devotion.
