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With families and communities already overburden as the AIDS pandemic progresses, many children find that there is no one left to care for them. As a result, countless children are left no choice, but to survive on the street where they are subject to violence, abuse, and drug addiction. However, many community organizations and families have opened their doors to these vulnerable children. AYA works with a number of orphanages and group homes throughout Africa and Asia that are caring for orphaned and abandoned children. Many were started by compassionate individuals, with little more than the desire and commitment to provide a loving home for these neglected children. As well, relatives and neighbors often take in orphaned children. AYA strives to provide valuable resources to these organizations and individuals who are struggling to provide the necessary care for orphans. While they are not short on love, many homes lack enough beds, money for school fees, and the resources to provide three meals per days. AYA helps these organizations and families through grants, funding for projects to provide sustainable income, such as raising poultry or starting a small business, and through individual child sponsorships. |
A grandmother in Uganda who cares for her ten grandchildren after their parents died of AIDS. |
Former street boys at the Salaam Baalak Trust Shelter in New Delhi, India |