The Collaborate+ 2023 Edition for Vulnerable Children

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The Collaborate+ 2023 Edition for Vulnerable Children

2023-09-26T09:39:11+01:00

By Church News

The Lagos Collaborate+ 2023 edition in collaboration with the Christian Alliance For Orphans (CAFO), was recently held at the youth church hall of Fountain of Life Church, Ilupeju Lagos.The aim of the Lagos Collaborate+ 2023 edition is to raise the standard of care and protection of all vulnerable children in Nigeria and curb the rate of moral decadence and child neglect in our society.Talking on the theme, “Strengthening Family Ties Through Unification”, Mrs. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu represented by Mrs Azeezat Tijani said when families come together and support each other, they create a strong foundation of love, trust, and understanding, which will help to build stronger relationships and fosters a sense of belonging and security within the family unit.“Family unity is all about coming together, supporting one another, and creating lasting bonds. It’s about cherishing the moments we share, whether it’s through family dinners, game nights, or even just spending quality time together. By prioritizing these connections, we can strengthen our family ties and create a sense of belonging that lasts a lifetime”. She added.Delivering the keynote address on the theme, “Strengthening Family Ties through Unification As A Veritable Tools of Alternative Care”, Mr Adelopo Ayodeji, programme Director, SOS children’s Village said Family strengthening is the gatekeeping and social protection programme that are carefully designed to promote community based services to support vulnerable children holistic development within a caring and nurturing family environment.Explaining further, Adelopo said Family Strengthening happens when children are living with their natural family or extended family for them to develop properly, adding that it has been proven globally that institution do not help children in the long run, hence orphanage homes should try to get these children back to their families.He however encouraged stakeholders and orphanages to begin to think of building systems that can revolutionize the community where these children run away from, advising them that Family Strengthening is a cheaper way of taking care of vulnerable children when compare with the money spent in Alternative Care.ALSO READ: Tope Alabi Added To BoomPlay Golden Club