PEDER aims to sustainably improve the living conditions of children living on the streets by promoting their social reintegration and contributing to their general well-being.

Through its four reception centers, it carries out initiatives in education, psychosocial and legal support for children and juvenile justice, vocational training, entrepreneurship and economic integration, health, violence prevention, dissemination of children's rights, and parenting support. PEDER's activities also include street outreach, support for children's and young workers' associations, and advocacy.