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One artistic way to fight COVID
May 20, 2020 - Keeping children not only safe and healthy, but also happy and entertained during a global pandemic is challenging. But one local artist in Sri Lanka has come up with something that accomplishes all of those goals – a coloring book.
Karabo, a child like any other…
March 15, 2020 - Karabo had experienced unspeakable tragedy that had left her feeling insecure and having low self-esteem. After participating in the new Memory Box program, Karabo found meaning, purpose and hope for her life.
Amir’s dream
February 25, 2020 - When we first met young Amir*, a refugee from Mynamar, he was traumatized, poorly educated and struggling to find his place in his new country, India.
Our impact in India - reaching 12 states
February 20, 2020 - Today we continue to partner with India’s national and state governments by making policy recommendations that would extend life-changing services to families and children at risk.
CERI joins Christian Alliance for Orphans
CERI co-authors important study on caring for children with special needs
February 13, 2020 - For most children living at Sarah’s Covenant Homes (SCH) in India, a family-style group home is the best option because of their sensitive medical conditions. Trained and compassionate caregivers are a critical resource in providing group-home services.
The United Nations to focus on children without parental care
January 27, 2020 - The United Nations General Assembly has taken an important step towards addressing the difficult challenges of caring for children with and without parental support. Children’s Emergency Relief International (CERI) has joined in supporting this agreement.
How one foster family is reducing the effects of child neglect
December 10, 2019 - By the time Vladimir was six years old, the years of parental neglect had taken their toll on his mental and physical development. The Sirbu family had one wish – to give Vladimir and his brother a normal life.
A mother’s strength amidst life’s hardships
November 28, 2019 - Silvia never knew what it was like to live in a loving home. At the age of ten, she was sent to live in an orphanage in Moldova. Her daughters mean the world to her and despite the health problems she faces, she wants to keep her daughters with her.
How a few pots and pans kept one family together
November 14, 2019 - What does it take for a mother to give up her own children? For many, it may be a financial crisis after the death of the father. For all, it would be when putting food on the table was no longer possible. For a Sri Lankan woman named Jeyalalitha, it was all of this and more.