
Language
Javascript
Tool Type
Desktop app, Web app
License
GNU Affero General Public License 3
Version
2.7.0
Primero

Primero is an essential application for child protection and social workers, facilitating the management of data on vulnerable children and victims of violence. Its design allows for effective collection, analysis and visualization of information, being accessible in both desktop and web versions. This tool is designed to improve coordination and decision-making in the field of social services, offering a practical solution to data management challenges. Primero supports professionals, often overloaded and with limited resources, by providing user guides and technical documentation for their effective implementation.
It first addresses the challenge for child protection and social workers in managing and coordinating information about vulnerable children and survivors of violence. The lack of resources and an efficient data management system leads to inefficiencies and delays, exacerbating the difficulty of providing timely support and protection to children in humanitarian and development settings.
Provides a digital platform for child protection workers to manage data on vulnerable children and violence survivors. Enhances coordination among stakeholders in child protection and social services. Enables better decision-making through improved data management and analysis. Offers tools for planning and implementing digital strategies in various sectors. Reduces the workload of social workers by providing an efficient and resourceful data management system.
Integrates PostgreSQL 14 for database management, retaining compatibility with PostgreSQL 10. Recommends using Docker and Docker Compose to set up development environments with PostgreSQL and SOLR. Implements Ruby and Node.js, managed with RBENV and NVM respectively, for agile development. Incorporates essential dependencies like LibPQ and ImageMagick for advanced functionalities. Adopts tools like Eslint to ensure consistency in coding style and Webpush for browser notifications.

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The image depicts the Primero introduction page, explaining that it is an open-source tool designed to assist social service workers in managing data related to protection.

Firstly is an initiative to enhance information management in the protection sector. It includes CPIMS+, GBVIMS+, and MRMIMS+. More info at primero.org. Follow us on YouTube and Instagram.

Primero is a web platform for social welfare information management. Started in 2013, it's now Primero v2, used in over 60 countries, optimized for child protection and gender-based violence.
Platform that helps social workers manage protection-related data.
Official list of open source tools endorsed by the Digital Public Goods Alliance. This tool is part of this registry.
Article that presents the global alliance to promote digital public goods and its relationship with the IDB.
Information on how Primero facilitates case management and incident monitoring.
