Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Of Contents
History 9
The Beneficiaries 11
Where We Work 12
2016 Accomplishments 13
Accredita ons 14
Program 15
Life Lessons 17
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Table Of Contents
School partners 24
Contact Us 30
Support Us 31
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Message from
the Chairman
Another year has passed, and we thank the Lord for His providence
and guidance in 2016. We surpassed many challenges and for eve-
ry set back, we welcomed new learnings and opportuni es to im-
prove our programs.
SAMUEL D. GUEVARA
Chairman, Board of Trustees
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Message from
the President
The year 2016 was a year of new developments in Childhope Asia
Philippines. During the year, our street educa on and protec on
program reached over 500 street children and gave them access to
alterna ve educa on, psychosocial support, and health services.
This report will describe how you have helped to improve the lives of
street children --- from empowering them through educa on and life-
Together, we opened skills, helping them to develop healthy lifestyle and habits, to raising
their self-esteem to mo vate them to be op mis c and to pursue
opportuni es for street
their dreams. You have been with us throughout this journey and it’s
children to learn, develop s ll a long road ahead. We thank you for staying with us and in-
ves ng in our street children’s future.
their skills, plan their
goals, and reach their We start the year 2017 with so much hope and happiness for our
partners and street children. More needs to be done, but we con n-
dreams. ue to trust that all our hard work and perseverance will pay off. Let
us face the challenge of improving our programs and services to
more effec vely assist our street children.
May Childhope con nue to increase hope and smiles on street chil-
dren’s faces, guide them to discover themselves, and empower them
to become respected and responsible members of society.
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Message from the
Executive Director
Warm gree ngs from Childhope Philippines!
The year 2016 is a year of triumph and tribula ons. This year has
been an important milestone for Childhope, as we begin the trans-
forma on to become the beacon of hope for our street children.
We went through birthing pains as we hurdled two accredita on
processes. With the vision of a be er world for children, especially
street children, we went through the obstacles and proved our-
selves worthy to become both PCNC and DSWD-accredited within
the same year! Looking back, these hurdles made us stronger and
more determined to fulfill our mission of promo ng the welfare of
street children, and helping them realize that there is a brighter
future ahead.
HERBERT Q. CARPIO, MD
Execu ve Director
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The Editorial Team
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Teresita L. Silva, MSW
CONTRIBUTORS
Dr. Josefina Pamela O. Carpio
Vince Balza
Pearl Jasmin Barasan
Bea Orante
Louie Sumaway
Gilboy Dilao
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The Board of Trustees
Samuel D. Guevara
Chairman
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History
Childhope was founded in 1986 by individuals from children’s agencies who saw the
need for an interna onal effort specifically on behalf of street children. Its Board of
Directors included representa ves from interna onal children’s agencies and individuals
who work directly with street children. Childhope Regional Office for Asia was
established in July 1989 a er the First Regional Conference of Street Children in Asia held
in Manila in May of the same year. Par cipants in the conference recognized ChildHope
as the organiza on that will ini ate networking and collabora on among the different
agencies working for street children in the Asian region.
In 1995, ChildHope officially became Childhope Asia Philippines, Inc. as registered under
the Securi es and Exchange Commission.
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Childhope’s vision is three-fold:
A world where all children, par cularly street children and children
in need of special protec on (CNSP) can fully enjoy their rights and
become respected members of society
A society where all the needs of children and CNSP are met, their
rights protected and their dignity and self-worth upheld and
communi es are responsive and empowered to take care of their
own children
An organiza on that is the vanguard of children’s rights and
protec on in the Philippines and in Asia
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The Bene iciaries
Categories of street
children beneficiaries
for 2016
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Where We Work
Childhope works in 5 ci es in Metro Ma-
nila, namely Manila, Pasay, Paranaque,
Quezon City and Caloocan, opera ng in
15 areas where street children are com-
monly found. These areas are as follows:
Divisoria/Sto. Cristo
Binondo
Delpan
Ermita
Kalaw
Lawton
Intramuros
Luneta
Morayta
Pier
Baclaran
Blumentri
Monumento
NAIA
Ospital ng Maynila
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Accomplishments
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Accreditations
As part of its commitment to effec vely carry out its services for the street children, Childhope Philip-
pines ensures it complies with guidelines and standards set by government agencies and stakeholders.
In 2016, Childhope worked hard to get accredita ons from the Department of Social Welfare and Devel-
opment (DSWD) and the Philippine Council for NGO Cer fica on (PCNC).
The DSWD awarded Childhope with Standards Bureau First Level Accredita on on September 30, 2016.
This, a er Childhope has complied with rules and standards for agencies dealing with community-based
programs and services for children, youth, families, and communi es.
Childhope passed major requirements to con nue its opera ons --- par cularly in the aspects of admin-
istra on and organiza on, program management, case management, and physical structure safety
standards. The DSWD’s cer ficate of accredita on is valid for three years covering the period September
30, 2016 to September 29, 2019.
The PCNC also awarded Childhope with a cer ficate of accredita on for passing standards of good gov-
ernance, management, and accountability. The cer ficate was given on July 28, 2016 and is valid for
three years or un l July 27, 2019.
Childhope was also granted a three-year cer fica on for donee ins tu on status. This means, dona ons
to Childhope will be deducted from the donor’s income tax.
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Programs
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Education
Childhope believes in educa on without borders, and the best way to reach
poor youth is to be where they are --- on the streets. That’s why our dedicated
team of teachers and social workers are bringing the school to the poor chil-
dren of Manila. They conduct alterna ve educa on sessions so street children
get the chance to read, write, and learn.
The sessions are holis c and cover a wide-range of topics: from the im-
portance of sanita on and proper hygiene; good morals and character, the
need to protect themselves from ge ng into substance abuse and drugs, to
their rights and responsibili es as children.
The program gives street children opportuni es to earn grade school and high
school cer ficates accredited by the Educa on Department even though they
are not in school.
More than teaching the street kids the basics of reading and wri ng, our street
educators also ins ll in them the values they need so they can grow up to be
caring, confident, responsible, and resilient men and women.
Steven Bolo and John Edward Cepres (JR) are Childhope Asia’s beneficiaries who are
in high school and working hard to finish their studies. Steven is in Grade 10, while JR
is in Senior High. Both of their mothers are trying to provide for the family by selling
peanuts and candies around Lawton in Manila.
“Pagkatapos ng klase, diretso na ako kay Mama para tulungan siya mag nda. Kumik-
ita si Mama ng mga P400 sa isang araw, hanga ako sa kanya kasi kahit anong hirap,
hindi niya kami pinababayaang magkakapa d (A er my classes, I go home to help my
mother sell peanuts. She earns around P400 a day. I admire her because despite the
hardships, she is doing her best to take care of us,” said JR.
Steven and his family live under a bridge. Despite this reality, Steven is hopeful that
he and his family will be living in a decent home someday.
“Minsan po nakakapagod kapag naiisip ang mga problema, pero hindi naman po kami
susuko. Magaaral po ako para maging accountant at makatulong sa pamilya (I get
frustrated when I think about the problems, but I won’t give up. I will study hard so I
can be an accountant and help my family),” said Steven.
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Education
Life Lessons
Dick says a most valuable lesson he learned in his struggles is
to always give a helping hand in any way, despite the hard-
ships.
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Education
ON-THE-JOB TRAINING
From learning to employment
Childhope aims to empower street children by helping them to live independently and responsibly.
Through the Voca onal / Technical Skills Training project, street children undergo on-the-job training so
they can develop their skills and get higher chances of landing decent jobs. Step by step, the street chil-
dren are able to support their families and earn income for their basic needs. More than financial sup-
port, the street children are able to live produc vely and responsibly by prac cing the value of saving.
What now?
Twenty two street children are part of the third batch of par-
cipants and graduates of the Voca onal / Technical Skills
Training project.
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Psychosocial
Interventions
Changing behaviors
Changing attitudes
Changing lives
Childhope realizes that children suffer from
trauma caused by living and working on the
streets. We priori ze recovery and treat-
ment so street children can heal. Social
workers use individual and group counsel-
ling sessions to mo vate street children.
Here, the goal is to encourage street chil-
dren to express themselves, and help them
deal with their issues. Social workers guide
the children in developing life goals and
planning for their futures. Social workers
also con nue to refer children to centers
and prepare them to be reunited with their
families.
Childhope’s social workers are always out on the streets of
Manila, talking to street children and their families. Their
main business: to counsel street children, listen to them,
Parenting a street child and help them lead be er lives.
Vince says his job is difficult but it’s all worth it. He gets
happy every me he refers a child to a shelter, knowing
that in one way or another, he has helped that child to
make a fresh start.
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Skills Development
Junior rights advocates par cipate in forums and workshops where they
can speak out and express their opinions on several issues they face today.
This ensures the street children have a stake in the decision making pro-
cess.
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Skills Development
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Skills Development
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Health
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Partnerships
We recognize the importance of con nuous collabora on with different stakeholders in pro-
mo ng the welfare of the street children. Childhope values the partnerships we have with
the academe, foreign and local businesses, companies, groups and individuals. We hope to
con nue working with them for a more frui ul and more meaningful engagement for the
benefit of these marginalized street children and youth.—for a be er chance to have a
brighter future.
Media advocates
School Partners
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Partnerships
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Partnerships
MOVE TECHNOLOGY
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Partnerships
GLORIETTA 3
ERMITA DONORS
CREATIVE JUICE
MANANZAN HANDICRAFTS
ERMITA
GLORIA DY SUN
OTIS
FOUNDATION
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Partnerships
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Partnerships
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Contact Us
Website : h p://childhope.hope.org.ph
E-mail : childhope@hope.org.ph
childhopeasia@yahoo.com
Follow Us
Facebook: h ps://www.facebook.com/ChildhopeAsiaPhilippines/
Twi er: @ChildhopePH
Instagram: @childhopeph
Youtube: h ps://www.youtube.com/user/HopeOrgPh
Rappler: x.rappler.com/u/Childhope-Philippines
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Support Us
WAYS TO DONATE
Checks should be made payable to CHILDHOPE ASIA PHILIPPINES, INC.
For bank transfers and direct deposits, you may deposit your dona on to the following
account:
Name of Bank: Bank of the Philippine Islands (Ermita branch)
Account Name: Childhope Asia Philippines, Inc.
Account Number: 3281-0223-76
Swi Code: BOPIPHMM
If you prefer to make your dona ons thru our online dona on pla orms, please copy
the links below:
Paypal: h p://www.paypal.com
Global Giving: h ps://www.globalgiving.org/projects/adopt-a-street-child/
h ps://www.globalgiving.org/projects/to-educate-500-neglected-and-
abondoned-street-kids/
h ps://www.globalgiving.org/projects/the-mobile-health-clinic/
Simply Giving: h ps://simplygiving.com/NonProfit/childhopeph
For donors based in the Philippines, we can issue a tax-creditable cer ficate of dona-
on for you or your company. Please email us at childhope@hope.org.ph should you
wish to have a cer ficate of dona on.
For donors based in the US and UK, Globalgiving.org issues tax credit receipts/
cer ficates for all dona ons coursed through their website.
All dona ons will be issued an Official Receipt.
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