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Posted on April 29, 2025
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How ACT’s work impacts sibling children “I sustain myself with the love of family” – Maya Angelou Celebrating siblings and strengthening families For many women in the countries where ACT is working in Africa, losing a husband prematurely is not only a deep personal tragedy, but also brings significant economic hardship to the family. The…
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Posted on March 23, 2024
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Our mission at ACT is to support disadvantaged fatherless children and orphans in Africa, who face challenges as a result of unfortunate circumstances. We aim to give such children an opportunity to unlock and fulfil their full potential. This is our focus and the main reason why ACT was formed 25 years ago. We recognise…
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Posted on August 25, 2023
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The wings of transformation are born of patience and struggle. (Janet S. Dickens) The heart of ACT is to support the children who are otherwise forgotten. We support disadvantaged fatherless children and orphans so that they can reach their full potential. ACT facilitates opportunities to allow these young people to live lives that otherwise would…
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Posted on August 13, 2021
Blog, Children, International Youth Day, Nigeria, Uganda, Widows
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Yesterday marked International Youth Day. This annual event was created by the United Nations to raise awareness of the challenges that many young people, particularly those in poorer parts of the world, face growing up. It provides an opportunity for people to stand in solidarity with children across the planet who have lesser opportunities to…
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Posted on April 24, 2021
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“Give a child a fish and you feed them for a day. Teach the child to fish and you feed them for a lifetime.” At ACT, our purpose is to support orphans and disadvantaged children in Africa and give them hope of a better future. We believe that education is the key to that better…