What God did then, He can do now
When Mrs Cele’s sister expressed interest in becoming a foster mother, she found herself drawn to the idea as well. They had already heard about suffering children in need of secure and loving families to welcome them into their homes. When they found out about Give a Child a Family Africa (GCF), the sisters took […]
Monica Woodhouse awarded Citation of Honour by the South African Human Rights Commission
“Babusisiwe abenzi bokuthula”. “Blessed are the peacemakers”. In a world scarred by violence and hatred, the imperative to be peacemakers resonates profoundly. It is a divine mandate, reminding us of our responsibility to bring peace to a world in turmoil. Albert Luthuli epitomized this spirit of peace. On December 10th, 1961, amidst a nation torn […]
Essential Rights Every Child Deserves Without Question
Did you know that March marks Human Rights Month in South Africa? If this fact slipped under your radar, take a moment to pause and delve into its significance. You might assume that human rights are distant concepts, irrelevant to your daily life. However, they are deeply intertwined with our collective existence – touching each […]
CONTRIBUTE TO A SAFER WORLD
We all know someone who is abused. Perhaps you are not aware, but be so sure, you do know someone. It does not matter where you live, what you do and what circles of friends and colleagues you surround yourself with. One or more of them, perhaps yourself, is a victim. Globally, it is estimated […]
So, what is the problem with children’s homes?
Did you know that even the best-run modern children’s home, can never be a replacement for family life? Everything can look perfect to the outside eye, but how is it r-e-a-l-l-y for the children growing up there? For many years, children’s homes were fully accepted globally and were seen as a good way to save children, with […]
DSD late and non-payments leave NPOs in dire straits
Article in South Coast Herald – 17 November 2023 The Department of Social Development (DSD) has been in the news for all the wrong reasons, again. The latest is the dire situation with NPOs, and Child and Youth Care Centres (CYCC), which, as of the time of writing, have not been paid. Again. There has […]
The Essential Role of Parents in Child Development
Introduction At GCF, we have always championed the importance of family life for children. Our mission is to ensure that childhood is not spent in Child and Youth Care Centres, devoid of the enriching experiences of family. Children under our care often return to rehabilitated families, and those who cannot are placed in approved foster […]
Nurturing Hope: A Guide to Becoming a Foster Parent with GCF
Introduction If you’ve been following GCF’s journey, you’re likely aware of our Foster Care Programme—a vital initiative born from the recognition that children often spend too much time in Child and Youth Care Centres, missing out on the stability and love that a family environment provides. We believe that every child deserves a chance to […]
Parenting 4 Life
Have you thought about how often something has a ripple effect on something else? If it is empowering and positive it can be amazing to follow, if only from a distance. Give a Child a Family Africa (GCF) has been running the updated parenting skills programme, Parenting 4 Life, since the end of last year, […]