Trinidad and Tobago
‘The atmosphere was charged with a sense of accomplishment and excitement as 200+ people gathered at the opening ceremony of ‘Outreach Hands Center of Life Home’ for abandoned and street children The center was officially opened in Borde Narve Village, San Fernando, Trinidad, with the help of the founders, Faiz and Jenny Ramjohn. The community came together to offer help to the many abandoned and street children inhabiting the village
This ceremony was a heartbreaking yet joyful occasion.. Many who attended the opening ceremony were themselves reminded of their former personal plights as either abandoned children, street children, or adopted children.
The ceremony was well attended by local officials, government representatives, the USA delegation led by Dr. Carl Branker, and the community at large. The founder, Mr. Faiz Ramjohn shared an emotional story the death of his son, which lead him and his wife Jenny to embark upon this endeavor to build this much needed home. He, having lost his own son, will now raise many sons and daughters at OHCLH. . His sorrow will become the joy of many young lives in the tomorrows to come. The Minister of Community Development, Nizam Bakish, also shared that his son been kidnapped and murdered.
Mr. Nizram Baksh, during his address, shared that street children were often beaten, scorned and neglected. These children were also used by drug gangs as mules, and all too often became addicts themselves. In the process some were also exposed to sexual predators which placed them at risk for violence, rape and abuse. Many children leave their homes by choice because of the abuse, violence and economic hardship.
At the ceremony, hearts were warmed at the sight of a group of small children cutting the ribbon of the facility, where upon the House Parents walked through the doors of the home, and were introduced to the guests. This couple has committed to dedicating themselves to help raise these children. The children will be clothed, fed and educated at the OHCLH. Many of these children neither know their birth date, nor have a birth certificate. Without these documents it is almost impossible to enroll a child in Government School. Here at OHCLH the children will be housed, schooled and educated. The home offers a safe and secure place of abode where children can grow and flourish, free of the trauma of life in the streets.
A local community organization has committed to provide the lunch program for the children at OHCLH. However, many more hands are needed to ensure the success of this endeavor to keep the children off the streets of Borde Narve.
One of our first projects will be in providing Christmas toys for the children. Your help is much needed. By the end of October a new unwrapped toy for ages 2 – 14, and a pair of lightweight pajamas for either a boy or a girl should be sent. Alternatively a check / cash donation is welcome to cover the cost of purchasing these gifts.
You can also be a part of forever changing the life of an individual child. Should you have the desire to become involved on a more personal level, by sponsoring a child, we will be pleased to provide you with more detailed information.
To send Christmas gifts. Or for more information concerning sponsorship, please contact either of the persons listed below.
Cynthia Fisher Victoria Branker
954 - 867 6222 954 - 632 1046
‘The atmosphere was charged with a sense of accomplishment and excitement as 200+ people gathered at the opening ceremony of ‘Outreach Hands Center of Life Home’ for abandoned and street children The center was officially opened in Borde Narve Village, San Fernando, Trinidad, with the help of the founders, Faiz and Jenny Ramjohn. The community came together to offer help to the many abandoned and street children inhabiting the village
This ceremony was a heartbreaking yet joyful occasion.. Many who attended the opening ceremony were themselves reminded of their former personal plights as either abandoned children, street children, or adopted children.
The ceremony was well attended by local officials, government representatives, the USA delegation led by Dr. Carl Branker, and the community at large. The founder, Mr. Faiz Ramjohn shared an emotional story the death of his son, which lead him and his wife Jenny to embark upon this endeavor to build this much needed home. He, having lost his own son, will now raise many sons and daughters at OHCLH. . His sorrow will become the joy of many young lives in the tomorrows to come. The Minister of Community Development, Nizam Bakish, also shared that his son been kidnapped and murdered.
Mr. Nizram Baksh, during his address, shared that street children were often beaten, scorned and neglected. These children were also used by drug gangs as mules, and all too often became addicts themselves. In the process some were also exposed to sexual predators which placed them at risk for violence, rape and abuse. Many children leave their homes by choice because of the abuse, violence and economic hardship.
At the ceremony, hearts were warmed at the sight of a group of small children cutting the ribbon of the facility, where upon the House Parents walked through the doors of the home, and were introduced to the guests. This couple has committed to dedicating themselves to help raise these children. The children will be clothed, fed and educated at the OHCLH. Many of these children neither know their birth date, nor have a birth certificate. Without these documents it is almost impossible to enroll a child in Government School. Here at OHCLH the children will be housed, schooled and educated. The home offers a safe and secure place of abode where children can grow and flourish, free of the trauma of life in the streets.
A local community organization has committed to provide the lunch program for the children at OHCLH. However, many more hands are needed to ensure the success of this endeavor to keep the children off the streets of Borde Narve.
One of our first projects will be in providing Christmas toys for the children. Your help is much needed. By the end of October a new unwrapped toy for ages 2 – 14, and a pair of lightweight pajamas for either a boy or a girl should be sent. Alternatively a check / cash donation is welcome to cover the cost of purchasing these gifts.
You can also be a part of forever changing the life of an individual child. Should you have the desire to become involved on a more personal level, by sponsoring a child, we will be pleased to provide you with more detailed information.
To send Christmas gifts. Or for more information concerning sponsorship, please contact either of the persons listed below.
Cynthia Fisher Victoria Branker
954 - 867 6222 954 - 632 1046
Carrying Bread
To The Multitudes, Inc
To The Multitudes, Inc
You can send your donations to:
CBM Inc.
PO BOX 848142
Hollywood, Fl 33084
CBM Inc.
PO BOX 848142
Hollywood, Fl 33084
CBM,INC
Outreach Hands Center of Life Home
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