
We Are Thankful
Thankful This month, I asked around the office, “What are you thankful for?” A few of our staff wanted to share their thoughts with you. We are thankful for your

Thankful This month, I asked around the office, “What are you thankful for?” A few of our staff wanted to share their thoughts with you. We are thankful for your

The May 2024 newsletter from Children in Families highlights several key updates and events. It announces the upcoming release of the book “Where They Belong,” which details the organization’s history and the importance of family-based care. The newsletter also shares Navy’s inspiring story of receiving a new prosthetic leg, recaps the World Without Orphans Conference, and acknowledges a fundraising effort by Somerset Norodom Phnom Penh ASCOTT. These stories underscore CIF’s commitment to supporting vulnerable children and families.

Where They Belong” by Erin Foley is a powerful narrative that challenges the traditional model of orphanages and advocates for family-based care. Set against the backdrop of post-earthquake Nepal and Cambodia, Foley’s journey reveals the profound impact of placing children in families rather than institutions. Through real-life stories and successful models, this book offers a compelling case for transforming global child welfare practices. Discover how dedicated individuals and organizations are making a difference, and learn why children truly belong in loving families.

CIF has spent the first half of the year restructuring our programs and has been developing and implementing our standard operating procedures, which are expected to be effective and better serve our clients in terms of support services and co-case management from the local authorities and NGO partners.

“I am happy since we now – especially my two grandchildren – have enough nutritious food to eat. We always use vegetables from our home gardening, and eggs and meat from our chickens for daily food consumption.

OIC is the very first speech therapy program here in Cambodia. They also provide help with swallowing and eating