The Orphan Crisis in the Philippines
ROHEI Foundation
What makes someone an orphan?
How can you step in for the millions of children in the Philippines?
Why should we make it a priority to get them home?
Everyday, more and more Filipino children are in need of a family. This Orphan Sunday and World Adoption Day, let’s take time to understand our role in solving the orphan crisis in the Philippines.
Read: Addressing the Orphan Crisis | ROHEI Foundation on CNN Philippines
This video is in collaboration with Philippines Without Orphans for our Family is the Answer events.
Animation: Jhannah Capistrano
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