HQ Function

Serves as the central hub for global strategy, UK operations, fundraising, advocacy, and administrative functions for the international charity.

Notable Features:

Located in 'Parcel Works', suggesting a connection to the railway heritage. It is primarily a functional office space designed to support the charity's operations.

Work Culture:

Mission-driven, compassionate, and collaborative, with a strong focus on the well-being of children. Staff are dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.

HQ Significance:

The headquarters is the key decision-making center, coordinating international programmes and driving the charity's mission forward from its UK base. It also houses the core fundraising and communication teams.

Values Reflected in HQ: The HQ operations reflect values of dedication, child-centricity, transparency, efficiency in resource use, and a commitment to global outreach and support for vulnerable children.

Location:

Railway Children operates with significant, locally registered programmes in the United Kingdom, India, and Tanzania (East Africa). Functions supported globally include direct street outreach to identify at-risk children, running shelters and drop-in centers for immediate safety and support, family tracing and reunification efforts, provision of education and vocational training, delivery of health and psychosocial support, advocacy for child rights and policy changes at local and national levels, and capacity building for local partners, communities, and government agencies to create sustainable child protection mechanisms.

Street Address:

First Floor, Parcel Works, 22a Gatefield Street

City:

Crewe

State/Province:

Cheshire

Country:

United Kingdom