Our Mission and
Vision
At Our Children’s Home, we dedicate ourselves to transforming the lives of orphaned and vulnerable children across Africa. Our journey began with a commitment to provide shelter and a foundation for a brighter future. Our devoted team works tirelessly to ensure every child receives the nutritious food, education, and clothing they desperately need to thrive.
We take pride in our recognition as leaders in child welfare, embraced by our community and partners alike. Each story we share reminds us that behind every statistic is a life waiting to be changed. Your voice matters, and together, we can advocate for their rights, as outlined by the UN’s Children’s Rights, ensuring every child has the opportunity to flourish.
About Us
Our Children's Home International Inc. is a nonprofit organization that provides a safe and nurturing environment for vulnerable children. We believe every child deserves a loving home, quality education, and access to healthcare, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Our Story
Our journey began in 2017 when our founder, Emmanuel J Nyangi, worked as a Uganda UNHCR child protection officer. During a visit to a foster care home, he was shocked to see the maltreatment of a 5-year-old child. This experience sparked Emmanuel's vision to start a nonprofit organization providing a supportive community for orphaned, semi-orphaned, and street children.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide a loving home, quality education, and healthcare services to vulnerable children, empowering them to reach their full potential and become productive members of society.
Our Vision
Our vision is to be a leading provider of comprehensive care for vulnerable children, supporting their physical, emotional, and psychological well-being and advocating for their rights and interests.
Our Values
- Compassion: Every child deserves love, care, and compassion.
- Integrity: We operate with transparency and accountability in all our actions.
- Excellence: We strive for excellence in all our programs and services.
- Collaboration: We believe in partnering with others to achieve our goals.
Our Programs
- Residential Care: We provide vulnerable children with a safe and supportive home.
- Education: We offer quality education to help children reach their full potential.
- Healthcare: We provide access to healthcare services to ensure our children's physical and emotional well-being.
- Outreach and Advocacy: We raise awareness about the plight of vulnerable children and advocate for their rights and interests.
Get Involved
We invite you to join us in our mission to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children. You can get involved by:
- Donating: Your financial support will help us provide for the needs of our children.
- Volunteering: Your time and skills can help us enhance our programs and services.
- Spreading the Word: Share our story with others and help us raise awareness about the plight of vulnerable children.
Together, we can make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children.
We stand with the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Our Children's Home International Inc. is a proud partner of the United Nations, committed to upholding the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. We strive to meet all the UN rights of a child, including the right to:
- Survival and development
- Protection from exploitation and abuse
- Education and play
- Health and nutrition
- Shelter and clean water
- Participation and expression
- Identity and culture
We abide by these rights through our comprehensive programs and services that promote vulnerable children's physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. Our partnership with the UN ensures that we stay informed about best practices and international standards, enabling us to provide high-quality care and support.
By working with the UN, we aim to create a world where every child can thrive, reach their full potential, and enjoy their childhood. Our commitment to the UN rights of a child guides our work, and we continually assess and improve our programs to ensure we meet these fundamental rights.
At Our Children’s Home, we stand firmly with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), ensuring every child has the right to grow up in a nurturing and supportive environment. We are committed to advocating for and upholding the rights enumerated in this vital international treaty, which includes the following articles:
Article 1 – Definition of a Child: A child is defined as any human being below the age of 18 years.
Article 2 – Non-discrimination: Every child has rights regardless of race, gender, language, religion, or other status.
Article 3 – Best Interests of the Child: The child's best interests must be a primary consideration in all actions concerning them.
Article 4 – Implementation of Rights: States should take the necessary measures to implement the rights recognized in the convention.
Article 5—Parental Guidance: Parents' responsibilities and the need for guidance in the child's development should be recognized.
Article 6 – Right to Life, Survival, and Development: Every child has the inherent right to life, and states must ensure the child's survival and development.
Article 7—Birth Registration: Children have the right to a name and nationality and the right to know and be cared for by their parents.
Article 8—Preservation of Identity: States must respect children's right to preserve their identity, including nationality, name, and family ties.
Article 9 – Separation from Parents: Children have the right not to be separated from their parents against their will.
Article 10 – Family Reunification: Children and parents can leave any country to be reunited, regardless of nationality.
Article 11 – Illicit Transfer and Non-return: States must combat the illicit transfer of children abroad and ensure their return.
Article 12 – Respect for the Child’s Opinion: Children should be able to express their views freely in all matters affecting them.
Article 13 – Freedom of Expression: Every child can express themselves freely.
Article 14 – Freedom of Thought, Conscience, and Religion: Children have the right to freedom of thought, conscience, and religion.
Article 15 – Freedom of Association: Children can form and join associations.
Article 16 – Right to Privacy: Every child has the right to privacy and protection from arbitrary interference.
Article 17 – Access to Information: Children can access diverse sources.
Article 18 – Parental Responsibilities: Parents share equal responsibilities in raising their children.
Article 19 – Protection from Abuse and Neglect: Children have the right to protection from all forms of physical or mental violence.
Article 20 – Children Deprived of Family Environment: Special protection and assistance should be afforded to children without a family.
Article 21 – Adoption: Children who cannot be cared for by their parents should be provided with alternative care, including adoption.
Article 22 – Refugee Children: Children who are refugees are entitled to special protection.
Article 23 – Children with Disabilities: Children with disabilities have the right to special care and support.
Article 24 – Health and Health Services: Children have the right to the highest attainable standard of health.
Article 25 – Review of Treatment: Children placed away from home can review their treatment regularly.
Article 26 – Social Security: Every child has the right to benefit from social security.
Article 27 – Right to a Standard of Living: Children have the right to a standard of living adequate for their physical, mental, and social development.
Article 28 – Right to Education: Every child has the right to receive an education.
Article 29—Goals of Education: Education should aim to develop a child's personality, talents, and abilities.
Article 30 – Children of Minority or Indigenous Groups: Children from minority or Indigenous groups have the right to enjoy their culture and practice their religion.
Article 31 – Right to Leisure: Every child can rest and leisure, play, and participate in cultural and artistic activities.
Article 32 – Protection from Economic Exploitation: Children have the right to be protected from economic exploitation and hazardous work.
Article 33 – Protection from Drug Abuse: Children have the right to protection from the illicit use of drugs.
Article 34: Sexual Exploitation
and Abuse
1. States Parties undertake to protect the child from all forms of sexual exploitation and sexual abuse.
2. For this purpose, States Parties shall, in particular, take all appropriate national, bilateral, and multilateral measures to prevent:
(a) The inducement or coercion of a child to engage in any unlawful sexual activity;
(b) The exploitative use of children in prostitution or other unlawful sexual practices;
(c) The exploitative use of children in pornographic performances and materials.
Article 35: Abduction, Sale, and
Trafficking
1. States Parties shall take all appropriate national, bilateral, and multilateral measures to prevent the abduction of, the sale of, and traffic in children for any purpose or in any form.
2. States Parties shall ensure that the right of any child to be protected from such acts is effectively safeguarded by the law.
Article 36: Other Forms of
Exploitation
States Parties shall protect the child against all other forms of exploitation prejudicial to any aspects of the child's welfare.
Article 37: Torture, Death Penalty,
and Life Imprisonment
1. No child shall be subjected to torture or other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment.
2. No child shall be deprived of liberty unlawfully or arbitrarily. A child's arrest, detention, or imprisonment shall conform to the law and be only for severe offenses. It shall be used only as a measure of last resort and for the shortest appropriate period.
3. Every child deprived of liberty shall be treated with humanity and respect for the inherent dignity of the human person and in a manner that considers the needs of persons of his or her age.
4. In particular, every child deprived of liberty shall be separated from adults unless it is considered in the child's best interest not to do so and shall have the right to maintain
