From seeing how our children are developing, the amazing support we get from our fundraisers to understanding the ins and out of running Open Arms, we’ve got it covered here.
At the end of February the Mpenda village headman in Mangochi District found an abandoned baby in the grounds of a church. The tiny baby boy was in a bad condition and needed help urgently. It is a traumatic experience for everyone involved when this happens as there are concerns for the child's welfare, how to get access to the right help quickly enough and worries for the parents too. Read more about Jack's story and how you are helping.
Read moreFarida was welcomed at Open Arms for temporary care after her mother struggled to look after her because of severe mental health issues. Her mother was found wandering the streets in Mangochi town and Farida was at risk. Read her story here.
Read moreChildren are often referred to our Open Arms home in Mangochi when their family circumstances change. It can be a difficult time and often takes place during a crucial period of development. It’s important to act fast so that the impact can be minimised.
Read moreThe start of this year saw the Mangochi Infant Home reaching double figures. It’s been a journey full of successes and challenges.
Read moreEsme will soon be six years old. The youngest of four children, she was referred to Open Arms Mangochi at just three months old when her mother died.
Read moreVolunteers from Johnson & Johnson family of companies travel out to Malawi each year to support our projects.
Read moreYour donation will help children in Malawi grow up healthy with the love of a family
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