Recently one of our littlest girls found herself in a predicament that is not uncommon for girls her age. She got her hair hopelessly tangled into a comb. When careful pulling and gentle tugging weren’t enough to free her locks, her caregiver’s assistant lost no time in finding a dignified solution to the…
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Around the world, countless young people age out of orphan care with no safety net-no plan, no support, and no one to call family. At Haven of Hope International, our Future of Hope Transition Program is changing that reality. We are committed to walking alongside these teens as they take their first steps…
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Before the ribbon was cut. Before the first child arrived. Hope was already being built. At the Refuge of Life Home in Pucallpa, Peru, preparation began long before children stepped foot through its doors. Haven of Hope International’s Orphan Care Training Institute (HOHI-OCTI) partnered with the new home to ensure staff were equipped…
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During our recent visit to Kampala, Uganda, for the Global Church Network Summit, we had the privilege of meeting Apostle Prince Chemungus-a national leader whose passion for children from hard places is nothing short of extraordinary. Pastor Prince ministers in one of the poorest areas of Kampala, but what he is accomplishing through…
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Access to proper healthcare is essential for the well-being of the children at the JEHO Safe Home. Regular medical and dental care not only ensures their current health but also helps prevent serious health issues in the future. JEHO Directors, Miriam and Peter, have done an incredible job finding compassionate local healthcare providers…
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The Global Church Network Summit in Oceania, held in Fiji, brought together leaders from 22 nations across this massive region. It was a historic gathering with a unifying theme-mobilizing the church to reach and transform communities. For Haven of Hope International Orphan Care Training Institute (OCTI), this was a powerful opportunity to expand…
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One of the current issues the children and staff at Matonyok Children’s Home are facing is the high cost of cooking fuel, limited cooking surfaces, and a smoke-filled kitchen. The home relies on firewood and charcoal for cooking, which is expensive, and the air pollution is harmful to the staff and children. Additionally, the…
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In an extraordinary gathering of leaders from across the continent, the Global Church Network Uganda Summit brought together representatives from more than 11 nations with one purpose: to strengthen the church’s response to pressing needs in Africa. Among the vital conversations was the urgent call to equip caregivers and leaders serving orphaned and…
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The children at Watu Wa Maana Children’s Centre are living up to the Swahili meaning of their home’s name, “Very Important People”. These incredible young minds are thinking big about their futures, aspiring to become the leaders and changemakers of tomorrow. Each day, the children’s eyes light up as they speak about their…
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At Refugio de Vida, an all-girls home in Pucallpa, Peru, the future is bright and full of promise. This orphan care home, which opened just last year, provides a safe and nurturing environment for girls from the surrounding area who have been living without parents and in squalor. At Refugio de Vida, they…
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