by Martin James Foundation | Feb 15, 2023 | Martin James Foundation
A guest post from Marli Senecal, a Foster Support Worker with our affiliated organisation Key Assets Ontario in Canada. Marli is aware of the rewards and challenges of fostering. Along with her colleagues, she provides regular training for foster carers on a variety...
by Martin James Foundation | Feb 15, 2023 | Martin James Foundation
(Names changed to protect identity) Meet Petra, a beacon of hope for children in need of foster care in Uganda. She has opened her heart and home to provide love, support, and a sense of belonging to children needing family-based alternative care. Her journey with...
by Martin James Foundation | Feb 8, 2023 | Martin James Foundation
Reflections from Udayan Care for Children’s Mental Health Week Decades of research have shown the detrimental effects institutional care can have on a child’s development and mental health. We know children’s needs are best met in safe and loving...
by Martin James Foundation | Dec 22, 2022 | Martin James Foundation
2022 has been a year of growth, learning, and a sharpened vision for MJF’s Global Programmes. We are more committed than ever as we seek to contribute to the global movement to work towards a world where family-based alternative care allows children to grow up in safe...
by Martin James Foundation | Dec 19, 2022 | Martin James Foundation
Throughout the world, in all cultures and religious traditions, celebrations are times of togetherness, enjoyment and sharing. However, these times can be challenging and emotionally charged for children who are in care. This can be for reasons including being away...
by Martin James Foundation | Dec 8, 2022 | Martin James Foundation
As the world continues to emerge from the pandemic, voluntourism opportunities are resurfacing, including orphanage volunteer opportunities. While many people grow up believing that supporting and visiting orphanages was necessary and constructive, we now understand...
