About

CHAVORE (which means "children" in Romani language) is an initiative committed to enhancing the mental health and well-being of young children aged 0-6, particularly in vulnerable communities such as Roma. This initiative addresses the critical developmental needs of young children, especially during their early years, by fostering environments that promote physical and mental health and well-being. CHAVORE’s work is rooted in cultural sensitivity and evidence-based practices, making it a unique approach that supports young children and families experiencing exclusion and discrimination  and the professionals who care for them.

Built on the expertise of the International Step by Step Association (ISSA) and its Romani Early Years Network (REYN) initiative, CHAVORE leverages a transnational partnership across five countries to develop inclusive and responsive early childhood education and care. Funded by the European Commission, the consortium is comprised of ISSA members, led by Educational Research Institute (Slovenia), and includes Open Academy Step by Step (OASbS), Partners Hungary Foundation (PH), Skola dokoran - Wide Open School (SD), and Kosovo Education Center (KEC), and the ISSA Hub.

Learn more about the initiative and keep updated on news on the CHAVORE website.