Signing of a partnership agreement between the COJOJ and ChildFund Senegal

On July 29, 2026, the two organisations signed a partnership agreement aimed at strengthening the protection of children and young people during the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, which will take place from 31 October to 13 November this year. 

This collaboration has already been well underway for several months, during which time Childfund has been supporting the Youth Olympic Games Organising Committee (YOGOC) in establishing its safeguarding framework, notably through the drafting of the Child Safeguarding Charter, signed on 16 June to mark African Children’s Day. 

Ensuring that Dakar 2026 is a safe event for every child 

Through this partnership, ChildFund and the YOGOC are committed to making the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games a respectful, inclusive and protective environment for all children.