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May 2025

Canada’s Opportunity to Lead: Education as a Path to Global Peace and Security

As the G7 Summit approaches, Children Believe CEO Fred Witteveen calls on Canada to lead the world in supporting 12 years of quality education for all children—because education is key to global peace and prosperity.

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May 2025

Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025

A new government program in Ghana is providing free sanitary pads to help girls stay in school. Learn how Children Believe is supporting this initiative to break down barriers and fight period poverty.

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May 2025

Canada’s Opportunity to Lead: Education as a Path ...

As the G7 Summit approaches, Children Believe CEO Fred Witteveen calls on Canada to lead the world in supporting 12 years of quality education for all children—because education is key to global peace and prosperity.

May 2025

Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025

A new government program in Ghana is providing free sanitary pads to help girls stay in school. Learn how Children Believe is supporting this initiative to break down barriers and fight period poverty.

May 2025

From Despair to a New Dawn Varalakshmi’s Story of ...

A moving story of resilience—learn how Varalakshmi overcame poverty, loss and stigma to build a better life for her children with the support of Children Believe and its local partner in India.

May 2025

Protecting mothers and babies in Ghana

Improving healthcare access in rural Ghana is saving the lives of mothers and babies. Discover how a new Child Welfare Centre is transforming maternal and child health in Jaata.

April 2025

Lighting a path to a better future

See how solar lights are transforming life in Bobberlanka, India — helping children stay safe, study at night, and dream big during Earth Week and beyond.

April 2025

Finding some Easter hope

In a time of global uncertainty, Children Believe’s CEO, Fred Witteveen, reflects on the challenges children face and where we can find hope this Easter. Discover how collective action and compassion can help us rise together.

April 2025

The rights of women and children with reflections ...

Explore the 2024 World Index by ChildFund Alliance and hear from over 10,000 children on what needs to change for women and children to realize their rights.

March 2025

Eid: A Celebration of Joy, Generosity, and Communi...

Eid is a time of joy, generosity, and unity. Around the world, families gather to celebrate, share blessings, and give to those in need. Learn how we're supporting children in Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Ghana, and India by breaking barriers to education and opportunity.

March 2025

The problem: water shortage, malnutrition and stol...

In northern Ghana, water shortages, malnutrition, and gender inequality limit opportunities for families. We're empowering women and girls through sustainable farming, livestock programs, and healthcare support to break the cycle of poverty. Learn how you can help.

March 2025

A Beacon of Hope in Diapaga: A Progress Update fro...

Hope is rising in Diapaga, Burkina Faso. We are empowering families displaced by conflict through nourishment, healthcare, and economic opportunities. Discover how this community is rebuilding with resilience, dignity, and hope.

March 2025

Celebrating 20 Years of Impact: Graduating Communi...

Join us as we celebrate 20 years of transformation in Ghana and Ethiopia! Children Believe marks the graduation of programs in Gusheigu and Akaki, honouring two decades of impact in education, healthcare, and community development.

March 2025

Gelete gets her chance

Read how Gelete overcame traditional gender roles in Ethiopia through a savings group, transforming her family's future with financial independence.

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