Securing birth documentation for vulnerable children and families involves bottom-up and top-down approaches. We work with families such as Precious (seen above) to gather evidence and submit the required paperwork. We speak with communities to increase their understanding and valuation of birth registration. We collaborate with stakeholders to ensure more joined-up service delivery. We liaise with institutions and duty bearers to hold them to account and press for improvements in process, policy and law.

Ensuring people exist legally gives them a chance in life. This appeal was voiced by Africa Brooke on BBC Radio 4.