Our Vision
A civil society which upholds the national and international rights of children and women, protecting them in all circumstances against sexual abuse and gender-based violence.
Safety.Dignity.Hope.
Casa Vida supports women and children affected by violence across Timor-Leste.
Since
2008
Casa Vida was founded in 2008 to provide child victims of abuse and violence with a safe place of shelter and support. Based in Dili, Casa Vida responds to the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of each child, offering support services to women and children from across Timor-Leste.
DILI
TIMOR-LESTE
Our Mission
Casa Vida exists to protect and restore the lives of women and children affected by violence in Timor-Leste through holistic, trauma-informed shelter and in-home care; advocacy and prevention of exploitation; and collaborative strengthening of national protection systems.
Our Team
Dedicated directors and board members guiding Casa Vida's mission across Timor-Leste.
Gordon Buxton
Chairperson
George Barbosa da Silva
Vice President
Soraya Nepomuceno
Board Member
Alzira Pereira
Executive Director