Children in FamiliesWhere They Belong by Erin Foley – Introduction
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.
CiFChildren in Families·2024-05-24·8 min read
Children in FamiliesImpacting Generations: The Many Facets of Family of Origin as First Priority
“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. In addition, we started selling our vegetables for income. Hopefully, we can sell some chicken soon. I would like to express my deep thanks to CIF for all…
CiFChildren in Families·2021-10-23·4 min read
Children in FamiliesPart 2 – A Conversation with OIC
OIC is the very first speech therapy program here in Cambodia. They also provide help with swallowing and eating
CiFChildren in Families·2021-01-27·3 min read
Children in FamiliesPart 1 – A Conversation with OIC
“OIC is a really small team with really big dreams.” Ruth Byrce, OIC University Strategy Manager Speech is something many of us take for granted. For some, it comes naturally. For others, it is a daily struggle. We, at CIF, have our ABLE program, which focuses on physical therapy for children and families throughout Cambodia.…
CiFChildren in Families·2020-12-02·4 min read
Children in FamiliesDonor Support During Covid 19 – what is the donor’s role?
Life is difficult and uncertain right now. Covid-19 makes both life and work more challenging around the world, and that is no different for us at Children in Families (CIF).
CiFChildren in Families·2020-08-24·4 min read
Children in FamiliesOut of Orphanages and Into Families: Meet Dy Noeut
Here at the CIF main office in Phnom Penh, the communications team recently welcomed the Outreach team into our shared space. Now that we’re in close proximity to each other, we’ve had more opportunities to hear about the work Dy Noeut and his team are doing. A couple of weeks ago, Dy Neout and I…
CiFChildren in Families·2019-04-05·5 min read
Children in FamiliesThe Buzzword in Orphan Tourism
Recently the Rok Kern team was invited to speak at one of the International Schools here in Phnom Penh about volunteering and how we can best serve others. We spent a lesson talking to the year 11s about the issues around volunteering in orphanages and the growth of Family Based Care in Cambodia. After watching…
CiFChildren in Families·2019-03-25·3 min read
Children in FamiliesABLE heads to Geneva
One of the agencies helping to organise this event is the Better Care Network. The Better Care Network (BCN) is an interagency network committed to facilitating global information exchange and collaboration among organizations and other actors working on the issue of children without adequate family care. BCN has an ongoing relationship with CIF and nominated…
CiFChildren in Families·2019-03-01·3 min read
Children in FamiliesConsidering volunteering overseas: Read this letter from one student to another
The Rok Kern project is an education project, aimed at teaching students and church-goers outside of Cambodia, about the harms of volunteering in orphanages and how they can “make a difference” in healthy and sustainable ways. Sometimes, the Rok Kern team has the opportunity to meet with international students within Cambodia and run similar workshops…
CiFChildren in Families·2019-02-25·6 min read
Children in FamiliesLost in translation: Why the language used in social work matters
Most people have a pretty natural idea that social work is job that involves a lot of language. After all, a lot of social work students say they chose the field because ‘they just love talking to people.’
CiFChildren in Families·2018-11-20·6 min read
