Quick Summary
- 1A charitable legal center has protected the rights of orphans since 1991, offering free legal aid to children, graduates of orphanages, and foster parents.
- 2In 2025, the center provided assistance to 711 orphans and initiated 145 new lawsuits in their interests.
- 3Housing remains the most critical and pressing issue, with 35 orphans securing housing and 80 more added to waiting lists.
- 4The center's work is supported by donations and a partnership with the Russian Children's Fund.
A Legacy of Advocacy
For more than three decades, a dedicated charitable center has stood as a pillar of support for Russia's most vulnerable children. Since its founding in 1991, the organization has focused exclusively on protecting the legal rights of orphans, navigating complex systems to ensure their voices are heard.
The center's mission is built on a foundation of pro bono legal services. Every child, graduate of an orphanage, foster parent, or guardian receives assistance completely free of charge. This commitment is made possible through the generosity of donors and a strategic partnership with the Russian Children's Fund, established in 2010.
2025 Impact Report
The past year demonstrated the scale of the center's operations and the urgent need for its services. In 2025 alone, the legal team provided comprehensive assistance to 711 orphans, addressing a wide range of issues from inheritance disputes to educational rights.
Legal action remains a critical tool in the fight for justice. The center initiated 145 new lawsuits in the interests of orphans and their foster families, navigating the court system to secure favorable outcomes.
The impact of this work is measured not just in cases won, but in lives changed:
- Direct legal representation for vulnerable children
- Advocacy in family and civil courts
- Guidance for foster parents navigating bureaucracy
- Long-term support for graduates of the state care system
The Housing Crisis
While the center addresses numerous legal challenges, housing remains the most acute and persistent problem facing orphans. Securing a permanent home is often the single most important factor in a successful transition to independent adulthood.
Progress in this area is hard-won but significant. In 2025, the center's efforts resulted in 35 orphans receiving housing. Additionally, 80 more individuals were successfully included in official waiting lists, a crucial step toward securing their future homes.
"The housing issue remains the most painful and urgent topic for our clients."
Despite these victories, the demand continues to outpace available resources, highlighting the systemic nature of the problem and the ongoing need for dedicated legal intervention.
Systemic Problems, Individual Approach
The center's philosophy recognizes that while the challenges facing orphans are often systemic, the solutions must be tailored to each individual. Every case is unique, requiring a personalized strategy that considers the specific circumstances and needs of the child or family.
This approach is essential when dealing with the complex intersection of social services, housing law, and family rights. The legal team works to dismantle bureaucratic barriers one case at a time, ensuring that each child's rights are fully protected under the law.
The organization's longevity—over 30 years of continuous operation—speaks to both the enduring nature of these challenges and the effectiveness of its dedicated, case-by-case methodology.
Looking Ahead
The work of protecting orphans' rights is far from over. As long as systemic barriers exist, there will be a need for specialized legal advocacy that combines expertise with compassion.
The center's continued success depends on sustained support from donors and partners. Each legal victory, each housing secured, represents a step toward a more just system for children who have already faced immense challenges.
The path forward remains clear: continue the fight for individual rights while working to address the systemic issues that make this work necessary in the first place.
Frequently Asked Questions
The center provides free legal assistance to orphans, graduates of orphanages, foster parents, and guardians. This includes representation in court, legal advice, and advocacy for rights related to housing, inheritance, and other civil matters.
In 2025, the center provided assistance to 711 orphans. It also initiated 145 new lawsuits in the interests of orphans and their foster families.
Housing remains the most painful and urgent issue. While the center helped 35 orphans secure housing and added 80 more to waiting lists in 2025, the demand continues to be high.
The center's work is supported by donations from the public and through a partnership with the Russian Children's Fund, which began in 2010.
