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Monday, 1 September 2014

A helping hand

[Social media post for charity Child of Hope]

There is no support system in Uganda to help the poorest children get the most out of their education (actually there is no effective social services in the country whatsoever). So, if there are significant problems at home (for example, a lone parent is critically ill, the family is kicked out of their rented hut, or the child is suffering abuse/neglect at home) then clearly that child will not be able to concentrate on their studies. It’s a big problem that causes lots of kids to drop out of school temporarily and even altogether.

CHILD OF HOPE’S SOLUTION: An entirely free social welfare support system, working with parents, guardians, community leaders, and police to give advice, counselling, training, advocacy and emergency support where needed (and a children’s home for those at high risk or totally orphaned)... more