A journey to reunification, Valencia’s path back to family and stability
Introduction Valencia, a 3-year-old girl, faced early separation from her biological parents Vicky and Gary due to their struggles with
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Turning cries of distress into infectious baby giggles: rescuing baby Lethabo from a drug house
Introduction: In April 2023, a distress call from a concerned community member alerted AFS-Khusela in Soweto to the cries of
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Three siblings who were kept together and finding a way back to their mother
Introduction In early April, OCOF HHCSA’s Social Worker was alerted to a distressing situation involving three siblings. The children’s relatives,
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Celebrating Youth Day: A call to action for South Africa’s future
As we commemorate Youth Day in South Africa, we find ourselves reflecting on the profound sacrifices made by the youth
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Pathways to success: empowering children in CYCC’s with career exploration and guidance
As National Child Protection Week approaches this month, our focus is on promoting a culture of respect for children’s rights
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Empowering Youth: Career Day at Mary Moodley CYCC
In a bid to prepare children living in various Child and Youth Care Centres (CYCCs) for independent living, the Mary
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Abandoned at birth, now leaping through developmental milestones in a safe and loving family.
Tshepiso was abandoned at birth by his mother at a governmental public hospital in April 2022. The mother expressed to
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From child-headed household to family-centered care: How a mother flourished through linkages and support in her recovery
Meet Minky, a 3-year-old girl who, not long ago, faced severe malnutrition, hunger, impaired physical abilities, a lack of access
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Embracing Transitions: Celebrating Women Making a Positive Contribution to Foster Care
National Women’s Month is a time to honor the inspiring women who drive meaningful change and create a positive future.
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Children Still Remain Victims of Trafficking in Institutions
As the world observes the annual World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, the theme “Reach every victim of trafficking, leave
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