Finnish rapper is proud of his roots

In a perfect world, intercountry adoption might not exist. To leave the country and culture of one's birth and grow up far from home can be a risky journey for a child.

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Jen was a mother to all of Masi’s children

Wiz and Jen Khayat’s story with JCW began in the autumn of 2004, when they flew out from Toronto and Jen started volunteering at JCW’s new Masibambisane Centre in Eldorado Park.

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Grannies show children what love is

The Granny Programme has brought colour and love into children’s lives since it was established at Othandweni Children’s Home in 2011.

CHANGE STARTS WITH YOU!

Together, we are facing a truly unprecedented situation. The global Coronavirus pandemic is affecting all of our families, our businesses, our communities, and our way of life. First and foremost, our hearts go out to anyone who’s been impacted by the virus, either directly or indirectly. Our thoughts are especially with those who are sick, to whom we extend our heartfelt wishes for a full recovery. And we’re truly inspired by the selfless healthcare workers around the world and in South Africa, who are on the front lines working tirelessly to care for people in need.

We would however like to take this opportunity to inform you that as part of the Contingency plan JCW, will be heeding the call of the President. However, please note that many of the staff will be working remotely at home and all staff are expected to be on standby as we are still part of essential services.

JCW will be suspending all social work services. We will be suspending all walk in services at the Head office, at 41 Fox Street Johannesburg. However, JCW will be operating an emergency standby telephonic and social media services to the public. The emergency telephonic service will be manned by our managers who will be assisted by an emergency response team which will only deal with absolute emergencies.

The Residential services at Othandweni and Princess Alice Adoption Homes will continue as usual. (NO VOLUNTEERS) as special measures have been put in place to ensure that our residential staff are able to access their workplace during this period of lock down.

Our vision is of a society where children can grow up strong, safe, healthy and happy, where parents and caregivers can create the best possible family setting, so that no child suffers.

With the help of caring and generous supporters, Jo’burg Child Welfare has played a pivotal role in child care and protection strategies across the country. Nationally we advise on legislation to protect children, and through advocacy work we ensure children have a voice to influence services which affect them.

If you’d like to reach out to show your support in this time of crisis

Please, click here to make your online donation now.

CHANGE STARTS WITH YOU!

Our vision is of a society where children can grow up strong, safe and happy, where parents and caregivers can create the best possible family setting, so that no child suffers.

If you’d like to reach out to show a young girl or boy that they’re important and valued,

Please, click here to make your online donation now.

Do you have a favourite childhood memory of the December holidays?

For many people, the best memories are of spending time laughing and celebrating with family. But holiday memories mean something quite different to kids growing up in our children’s homes. They’ve been hurt, abandoned or neglected – and haven’t had the happiest start in life. That’s why I’d love you to click here now to give our kids the happy holiday that they deserve. I’ll use your donation to keep our children happily occupied this December holiday, perhaps by going to an animal farm, or ice skating, or to watch a movie with a box of hot, salty popcorn.

Jo’burg Child Welfare offers residential care for up to 120 children. At Princess Alice Adoption Home, 30 babies from the Jo’burg area find a loving first home with us; while Othandweni Family Care Centre in Soweto provides residential care for 90 children under the age of 18. These children have suffered pain and heartache – and it’s only with your support that we can give them some of the holiday frills and thrills that their friends talk about.

Your gift, made by clicking here, will also help ensure that each one of our boys and girls finds a gift under the tree on Christmas morning. And when they tear open their gift, or reach into their box of popcorn, they’ll find your love inside! So please click here to send your donation – and give our kids the happy holiday memories that all children should have.

Thank you!

JO’BURG CHILD WELFARE

Jo’burg Child Welfare (JCW) is a non-profit organisation (NPO) founded in 1909. We provide a range of direct services to abused, abandoned, neglected, orphaned and vulnerable children

More information on what Jo’burg Child Welfare does.

Over the last 100 years our centres have developed to meet the varying needs of the communities in which we work.

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