- Celebrates decade of impact
ADDIS ABABA –The Love for Children and Mothers Charitable Organization has reaffirmed its dedication to providing psycho-social support and skill-building opportunities for single mothers and their children who are homeless and forced to beg on the streets.
The organization aims to empower these women by offering support and training, improving their circumstances, and fostering a brighter future for their families. Co-founder and Manager Martha Woldearegay briefed the media yesterday, highlighting the charity’s decade-long efforts to lift mothers and children out of harsh living conditions and provide sustainable solutions.
Since its establishment, the organization has supported 500 mothers and their 560 children, who were previously exposed to extreme weather, violence, and health risks. These families have received social and financial assistance, skill training, and resources to generate sustainable income.
Every year, the organization helps 50 mothers and their children by offering daycare, psycho-social support, shelter, and skillful training. These programs aim to help mothers secure sustainable incomes by engaging in various professions. Many of the women trained by the charity are now successfully working in areas such as food preparation, car washing, entrepreneurship, cleaning services, and coffee-making.
Martha shared that the charity is preparing to celebrate its ten-year anniversary in the coming week. The event will involve community members and government officials, promoting the organization’s work and recognizing its achievements. Activities planned for the celebration include a “Thanks Day,” “Giving and Generosity Day,” and a “Cleaning Day.”
The manager also called on community members and donors to support vulnerable mothers and children living on the streets who are at risk of exploitation, trafficking, abuse, and other dangers. She emphasized the need for collective efforts to ensure the well-being of these families.
The charity works closely with the Addis Ababa Women, Children and Social Affairs Bureau, following up monthly with selected mothers who have benefited from its programs and are now engaging in various work sectors.
Through its impactful initiatives, the Love for Children and Mothers Charitable Organization has become a vital force for change, improving the lives of a significant number mothers and children while inspiring the community to extend a helping hand.
BY MISGANAW ASNAKE
The Ethiopian herald November 17/2024
