in Africa the family has always been at the centre of a child’s development and communities have always wrapped their arms around orphans and vulnerable children.
Transform Alliance Africa representatives travelled to London, UK to take part in the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) Youth Forum. Representing the views of young people who had grown up in orphanages.
“Love. One-on-one care and attention. A sense of belonging and identity. Safe spaces to play and learn. Trusting relationships. Being part of a community. These are things that all children need to grow up happy, healthy and strong – and that only a family can provide”