Our time is now –Our rights, Our future
Gone are the days when a girl child was discriminated against, neglected and denied a chance to live just a normal life. Girls were denied rights to inclusion, participation, inheritance,…
I have always been motivated by innovative projects and teamwork
In 2021. Susan Ajok joined Child’s i family as the country Director. We caught up with her as she assumed her role and she shared insights in her new role…
Elijah is Safe At Home
As we repurpose institutions, we make sure that children in the institutions are placed in families either with relatives, foster families, or adoptive parents. Elijah was referred to Smile Africa…
Family views from prospective foster parents in Uganda
The term “foster care” is used in a variety of ways, and, consequently, it often causes confusion and miscommunication. In the industrialised world it is generally used to refer to…
“I have made a difference in child care in my village,” Nambusi
Nambusi is a mother of 8 children and has also been taking care of other children in her home. Most of the children she has cared for have grown and…
“I will work hard to keep my children in school so that they achieve their goals and become responsible in the future,” Namazzi.
Namazzi was involved in a car accident in 2019 that left her unable to walk for a while. Her husband, who was the main bread earner, looked after her for…
“I have come to understand that everyone is prone to vulnerability,” Ruth Naigaga.
My name is Ruth Naigaga, a Social Worker at Child’s i Foundation based in Makindye Division. I work with children, families, youth and key stakeholders in government and Civil Society…
A catch-up with our Community Volunteer, Angella Nagaddya
My name is Angella Nagaddya 28 years old, single mother of 2, pursuing a Degree in Social work at Nsamizi Institute in Mpigi District. I work as a Manager of…
Our Malaika babies home transformation story
Malaika Babies home was a residential babies centre established in Uganda in 2009 and run by Child's i Foundation. The reason for setting it up was to “rescue” abandoned and at…
80 Community Volunteers equipped with bicycles and smartphones to support vulnerable families
80 bicycles and smart phones were distributed to Community Volunteers in Makindye and Mpigi to assist them in visiting, monitoring and supporting vulnerable families. Community Volunteers are local child protection champions,…
Creating community and school mental awareness hubs to enhance children’s wellbeing
“For some children, school is their safe place to be because of the challenges they face while at home. Schools play a fundamental role in influencing children’s behaviour by providing conducive…
Rhoda has found a new loving home
Sights of children are playing dodge ball in the compound as we approach the home of Pius and Margret. The children are full of joy, running around in one accord,…
