A thought from our CEO
Hello everyone Welcome to Joburg Child Welfare’s first newsletter of the year. We wish you a healthy and happy 2021 and thank you for your firm support last year. I’m sure you’re eager to know how we’re faring with the Covid pandemic. Our staff are returning from leave feeling refreshed and ready to tackle 2021 with […]
Straight from the heart <3
2020 was not a year that we want our children to repeat. It was a year of lockdown; of choosing between their friends and their health; of tragedy and anxiety. So in January, we asked some of our children what they hoped 2021 would bring. Nearly all said they wanted to go back to school, […]
Kids are doing it for themselves
Thembalethu is our inner city project where children can play together in a safe space, tucked away from the negative influences of the area. They learn many things here, such as life skills, camaraderie and sport, and take part in tournaments with other centres. The programme closed for lockdown and the children flocked back when […]
Thembalethu’s bright stars
Many bright stars have passed through the doors of the Thembalethu Inner City Play Project in the centre of Joburg. One such star is 22-year-old Theo Danny Ndlovu from Hillbrow, who is in the process of self-publishing his first screenplay. Another is Panashe Mukwambo, a 17-year-old who loves writing and dreams of becoming a famous […]
What you need to know about adoptions!
Adopting a child can be a long and stressful process. There are many hoops to jump through and reams of red tape to cut. So to help interested parties gain a better understanding of South Africa’s adoption process, JCW has produced a short five-minute video. This video provides an overview of the adoption process and […]
Show the love on Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate love in all its forms! Even though JCW children have endured trauma and hurt – we can help heal their hearts thanks to the love and support of our donors. At Princess Alice Adoption Home, 30 babies have a loving first home; while 90 children have found happiness […]
