New research reveals how unprepared and unsupported young Latin American people feel when they leave orphanages and other kinds of institutional care.
A report from The Lancet confirms that confining children to orphanages seriously impacts their physical and psychological development.
While we do not endorse the Goverment’s decision to merge the DfID and the FCO, the progress the UK has made must not be lost.
Rwanda’s Postcode Equality Trust, funded by players of People’s Postcode Lottery, backs Hope and Homes for Children programme in Rwanda.
When Covid hit, strict lockdown measures meant Valerie could no longer go to work. A Community Volunteer discovered that Valerie had no money left for food or water, and alerted our team who co-ordinated emergency support for her family.
Dilip was in danger of being separated from his big sister, Munni, and sent to an orphanage. Now, they have the support they need to stay together.
At an event in Brussels, collaborators mark the end of the Opening Doors for Europe’s Children campaign and celebrate its achievements.
The UN resolution on the rights of the child 2019. This week, history was made as the 193 member states of the United Nations recognised the harm that institutions cause children and called for institutions to be progressively eliminated.
We reflect on what the generosity of our supporters, and the dedication of our staff, has achieved for children around the world
Commonly used terms include ‘institutions’, ‘orphanages’, or ‘children’s homes’. Whatever they’re called, discover the 13 characteristics of institutional care