ChildFund International

Nearly 20 years ago, the world witnessed the most catastrophic tsunami on record – a disaster that claimed more than 200,000 lives. In the chaos that followed, ChildFund worked day and night to protect and support the youngest survivors. #WorldTsunamiAwarenessDay https://lnkd.in/esHMtKDm

For Salvador and his mom, the harvest this year is absolutely bountiful! 🌽🥬🐔 It’s come as a bit of a surprise, considering the serious drought that has ravaged their small community in Mexico this year. Through a ChildFund México chicken and garden project, Salvador’s family received seeds, equipment and even chickens to start their own backyard garden. The result? A year of sustenance and growth, despite the hardships. ❤

Laws must reflect the voices of those they aim to protect. In October, we worked with various partners to bring together over 100 young people from across the continent—including #Gambia, #Kenya, #Uganda, #Nigeria, #Zambia, #Tanzania, #South Africa, #SierraLeone, #Mozambique, and #Ethiopia— to participate in a consultation to share their perspectives on online safety and the development of a law to protect children's digital rights in #Africa. These young advocates voiced their concerns about issues like explicit material, unsolicited messages, and exploitative behaviors, often encountered on social media. They further outlined crucial rights that should be safeguarded online—privacy, access to information, freedom of expression, and protection from harmful content. Notably, these children highlighted the importance of online safety education, stressing that everyone has a role to play—from children using strong passwords to parents monitoring online activities, and schools incorporating safety into their curricula. They called for social media platforms to filter harmful content better and to offer psychological support for children affected by online harm. These insights are instrumental in shaping our efforts. In partnership with the African Union (AU) Commission and the African Child Policy Forum (ACPF), ChildFund International is spearheading the development of a Model Law on Child Online Safety. Once adopted by AU member states, this law will help protect children’s digital rights across the continent. #ChildFund #children #AU #onlinesafety #childparticipation #safeonline

As we prepare for the upcoming First Ministerial Conference on Ending Violence Against Children (EVAC) in Colombia, we are thrilled to share that our Advocacy and Child Protection Manager, Lahai Aruna, and Morison Bockarie, Vice President of the Children's Forum Network (CFN), were featured this morning on Africa Young Voices (AYV) Television. They discussed the conference's mission and the contributions our team will bring to the table. Stay tuned for more updates as we work together to protect and amplify the voices of children globally!🌍 #ChildProtection #EndViolenceAgainstChildren #Advocacy ChildFund International ChildFund International - Africa ChildFund Alliance ChildFund Australia ChildFund Sénégal ChildFund Kenya ChildFund Zambia ChildFund Guinea ChildFund Ethiopia ChildFund The Gambia ChildFund Uganda See link to AYV TV Talk Show: (starting at 42:02) https://lnkd.in/du7uF462

📢We're #hiring! 📢 ChildFund is seeking a short-term consultant to develop a toolkit for our Come Play with Me Project focused on playful parenting. Come Play with Me is implemented in six countries (Guatemala, Mexico, Brazil, Ethiopia, Honduras, and Uganda) and is an innovative approach, with promising evidence of effectiveness, through a remote and hybrid approach, to improve caregiving and playful parenting practices through radio, loudspeakers, social networks, storybooks, and in-person meetings, among others. We are seeking a consultant for a 3-month project to develop a toolkit to support program adoption in other countries. For details and how to apply, please see the Terms of Reference. Applications are due November 18th, 2024! #ConsultantNeeded #Consultancy #HumanitarianJobs #JoinOurTeam

Why do you give back to children? Helena Aung, a pianist and teacher who recently held a recital fundraiser for ChildFund, has a lot to say about why her heart is with kids first and foremost. https://lnkd.in/e7iWzNyu

#HappeningNow: When it comes to better early childhood development outcomes, parenting education can be a powerful tool for systems change! Our own Linda G., Alejandro Sierra and Sandra Sandoval were delighted to present learnings from our Come Play with Me program today at the ISSA - International Step by Step Association Conference 2024! The session, "Playful Parenting for Systemic Change," covered how ChildFund has tested remote and hybrid playful parenting models in six Latin American and African countries, proving effectiveness in reaching more families and promoting optimal early childhood development. 👏🏽

ChildFund Asia Region recently launched its Asia-Pacific Youth-Centred Climate Action Theory of Change, a major milestone in our efforts to tackle climate change with a focus on youth. This is more than just a framework—it's a vision for a future where young people are at the heart of climate action. It was built together with young people from across the region, ensuring it reflects their realities and aspirations. As we move forward, we’re committed to working with young people to create a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient future for all. You can find our Asia-Pacific Youth-Centred Climate Action Theory of Change here: https://lnkd.in/g3EG_ewF #YouthForClimateAction #YouthVoices #ClimateChange

Imagine working at a health clinic and trying to care for your patients without access to clean water. Now imagine how it feels when a new, solar-powered water system is installed right outside your door … 👏🏽 Read our latest blog to learn how ChildFund Zambia used funds from a generous donor to reach an entire community with clean water! https://lnkd.in/exEH_uE5

What’s for lunch? 🥣 These kids in Kenya are enjoying some githeri (maize and beans) thanks to a school lunch program that you support in their community. At least one nutritious meal a day means healthier bodies and brains – and better school attendance. Healthy food is so critical to a child’s growth. Thanks to ChildFund Kenya and our local partner organizations for all they do every day to help us fight hunger! #WorldFoodDay #Food #Nutrition #Lunch #Lunchtime #Kenya #ChildFund