Coronavirus update

A message from our Chief Executive, Mark Waddington CBE, on the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic.

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Latest news

Hope and Homes for Children is at the forefront of a growing global movement to eliminate orphanages globally.

News

Update on the Coronavirus pandemic
An update from our Chief Executive, Mark Waddington CBE, regarding the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic.
“Working for Hope and Homes for Children can be exhausting but it also feeds my soul”
Hope and Homes for Children's social workers are remarkable people. On the ground, in the countries where we work, they are the ones who carry out the hard and complicated task of closing orphanages by finding safe and loving families for children. Amra Viteskic is a member of our social work team in Bosnia & Herzegovina and this is her story.
Thinking of visiting an orphanage on holiday? A new book asks readers to think again
Tourists who visit orphanages risk fuelling a form of modern slavery where children are taken from their families and exploited for profit, a new book launched today confirms.
Celebrating the Opening Doors for Europe’s Children campaign
Seven years ago, we cofounded the Opening Doors for Europe’s Children campaign, dedicated to strengthening families and ending institutional care in Europe. Today, at an event in Brussels, we mark the end of the campaign and celebrate its achievements.

In numbers

Every child wants a safe, loving family to grow up in. But over 8 million children confined to orphanages around the world are denied this, with often catastrophic effects.

A global movement for change

Hope and Homes for Children is working towards a day where every child can grow up in a loving family. We know we will only achieve this by working with others. Through our partnerships with national governments, civil society organisations, international agencies, corporate donors and committed individuals, we are helping to build a global movement that will eliminate orphanages in our lifetime.

Our work

Transforming childcare systems

Hope and Homes for Children is working alongside governments and civil society organisations in over 30 countries to dismantle orphanage-based care systems. Our transformation model is driving reform and laying the foundations for long-lasting change.

Children’s stories

We’re inspired by the courage and resilience of the children we work for. Here are some of their stories.

Stories

Tatiana fought to survive orphanage care; she shouldn’t have to fight for her future, too
Tatiana is nine years-old now and knows just what she needs to be happy. But then Tatiana has always known her own mind; even as a tiny child, trapped in an orphanage cot
Paul’s story: Why “The blackest plan” wasn’t his only way to stay fed and warm
Keeping their family together is the best way to keep Paul and his siblings safe.
Carrol’s story
“We used to be distressed, wondering how our child was being treated in the institution but now we are quite sure of how he is treated because he is in our hands.”
To escape her violent marriage, Galina faced an impossible choice
On this day we bring you Galina's story: Faced with the terrible dilemma of having her children sent to an orphanage if she left her violent husband, her courage and determination meant that she is now able to bring her children up within the love and safety of a family.

Upcoming challenges

There are loads of ways for you to join our global movement and help transform the lives of the 8 million children confined to orphanages around the world.

Trek Bosnia
Unfortunately, this year’s Trek Bosnia challenge has been cancelled. Please do keep checking back for news about our overseas challenge in 2021.
Marathon Walk London
19 September 2020
London
REGISTER TODAY!
If running a marathon isn’t for you, then join Team Hope this September for a marathon WALK around our capital city
Royal Parks Half Marathon
11 October 2020
Hyde Park, London
PLACES ARE NOW AVAILABLE
Register today to secure your place in this iconic half marathon in 2020

Upcoming events

Night of Adventure 2020 *postponed*
We have made the decision to postpone Night of Adventure on 25 March. With the incredible support of every individual and partner organisation that make Night of Adventure possible, we’ve been able to secure a new date of 17 September 2020.
Canary Wharf Rowathon
11 June 2020
East Wintergarden, Canary Wharf, London E14 5NX
Come and take on a challenging indoor rowing event in the heart of Canary Wharf.
St. James’s Place Sprint Triathlon
4 October 2020
Nuffield Health, Highfield Park Drive, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL4 0AH
Every great challenge has a finish line. Take part in the St. James’s Place Sprint Triathlon and help put an end to orphanages.

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