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In this episode, we delve into the transformative work of Safe Place, an initiative in Singapore founded by Jennifer Heng. Safe Place empowers women facing unsupported pregnancies, offering them crucial support to make life-affirming choices. From temporary shelter to counseling and life skills training, Jennifer's organization has impacted the lives of 270 vulnerable pregnant women from 2018 to 2022.
Join our host Jam as we explore how Safe Place goes beyond crisis intervention, providing holistic care that nurtures hope and empowers women to build brighter futures for themselves and their children.
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Raised in the Philippines, worked in Singapore, and served in Indonesia, Ruby Mipuri's heart is with children who have similar stories to hers. In this episode, Ruby shares how her familyâboth adoptive and biologicalâimpacted her life as a professional and volunteer. As the co-founder of the organization Bintan Outreach (Faith, Hope, Love), she shares years' worth of stories about teaching and mentoring children with her church community.
Since this recording, Ruby's adoptive mother, Gloria M. Torrevillas, has passed away. We dedicate this episode to her memory. Ruby has since returned to the Philippines.
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We're back! In celebration of the National Adoption and Alternative Child Care Week (AACCW), one of our team members and adoptive and licensed foster care mom, Issa Tica, speaks with Reign from the Regional Alternative Child Care Office or RACCO, the localized arm of the National Authority for Child Care (NACC).
Today's episode digs deeper into RA 11642, the Domestic Adoption and Child Care Act, and the agencies that process adoption in the Philippines.
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In this episode, three of our former interns come together to reflect on their experiences as students who chose to receive on-the-job training in the social impact space. We're joined by Isa Constantino, majoring in International Relations; Sam Rodriguez, a graduate in Management Information Systems; and Tanya Paraso, who holds a degree in Psychology.
GenerationsâHome (also known as ROHEI Foundation) is a non-profit organization on a mission to end the orphan crisis. We are a licensed agency that facilitates adoption and foster care placements in Metro Manila, Philippines.
Learn more about our work at generationshome.org.
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We have three childhood friends and young professionals talking about how they use their skills and knowledge in storytelling to spread the word about the orphan crisis. We're joined by two volunteers: Tristan Ortega, who's a filmmaker and Kalil Magtoto, a content creator. This episode is hosted by Jhannah Capistrano, our Manager of Communications at GenerationsâHome. Join us for this fun yet insightful episode on how to us the media to fight for families.
GenerationsâHome (also known as ROHEI Foundation) is a non-profit organization on a mission to end the orphan crisis. We are a licensed agency that facilitates adoption and foster care placements in Metro Manila, Philippines.
Learn more about our work at generationshome.org.
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We're delving deep into a highly debated topic: visiting children's homes, which are formerly known as âorphanagesâ. But hold on! Before you assume that we discourage institutions altogether, let's make it clear that at GenerationsâHome, we firmly believe that thereâs a purpose of visiting vulnerable children! Acts of kindness and generosity are not only welcomed but also encouraged. In this episode, we'll explore the ethical and helpful reasons for engaging in different types of charity work related to the orphan crisis.
Joining this conversation is the passionate and dedicated Nikki Abrograr, our intern and a proud member of TUGON Ateneoâan organization tirelessly combating child sexual abuse and abandonment.
GenerationsâHome (also known as ROHEI Foundation) is a non-profit organization on a mission to end the orphan crisis. We are a licensed agency that facilitates adoption and foster care placements in Metro Manila, Philippines. /space/ Learn more about our work at generationshome.org.
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âIf there are 1.8 million orphans, why does adoption take so long?" This is a question a waiting family asked one of our social workers.
After more than 1 year of operating as an adoption agency, we share our realizations of why the adoption journeys of families can take longer than expected. We also share what future adoptive parents can do while waiting for their child to be welcomed home.
GenerationsâHome (also known as ROHEI Foundation) is a non-profit organization on a mission to end the orphan crisis. We are a licensed agency that facilitates adoptions and foster care placements in Metro Manila, Philippines.
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There are usually two mothers in an adopted childâs life. On one hand, an adoptive mom takes the responsibility to be involved in raising, nurturing, and providing for a child. On the other hand, the biological mom is the one whoâs responsible for bringing that child into the world.
It may be challenging to find balance in how we honor these two figures, but in this podcast, we talk explain how we can appreciate both mothers for their impact on an adopted childâs life.
GenerationsâHome (also known as ROHEI Foundation) is a non-profit organization on a mission to end the orphan crisis. We are a licensed agency that facilitates adoptions and foster care placements in Metro Manila, Philippines.
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We won't stop until we end orphanhood!
After 5 years of advocating for family as the answer to the orphan crisis, we're expanding our vision to preserving, building, strengthening, and restoring families to bring generations home.
GenerationsâHome (also known as ROHEI Foundation) is a non-profit organization on a mission to end the orphan crisis. We are a licensed agency that facilitates adoption and foster care placements in Metro Manila, Philippines.
Learn about our work at generationshome.org.
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Family preservation prevents orphanhood.
Our Pregnant Women in Crisis Program supports mothers who are at risk of abandoning, neglecting, or trafficking their children. In partnership with Consuelo Foundation, our team provides them with counseling, medical assistance, and basic necessities. Our goal is for these women to be empowered to make the best decisions for themselves and their children, whether they choose to raise their children or create an adoption plan.
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What should you expect when you're expecting adoption?
We have the privilege of Esther Suson, a future adoptive parent, candidly sharing her joys, motivations, challenges, and fears while preparing to welcome her children home through adoption.
This is Family is the Answer: An Adoption and Foster Care Podcast. Know more about us at roheifoundation.org.
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Future adoptive parents have their own preferences on who they plan to welcome home through adoption, but from this arises a group of children who are considered âunadoptableâ â boys, children above the age of 3, sibling groups, and children with special needs.
Jossell Malonzo, ROHEI Foundationâs Manager of Family Services, shares her previous experiences of working in a childrenâs home and the realities faced by children aging out.
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Adoption is actually common in Philippine culture, but one significant step that families still need to take is to formalize the process.
Sam Quibot, ROHEI Foundation's Director of Adoption and Foster Care Services, guides us through the processes, legal benefits, and social benefits of legalizing adoptions that are considered "special cases". Special cases include adopting relatives, stepchildren, adults, and indirectly placed children.
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Orphan Sunday is a day each year when churches and organizations intentionally share God's heart for the orphan. It's a global movement that aims to ensure all children grow up in loving families.
Its Global Director, Alex Caceres, tells stories of how church leaders and advocates from all around the world observe Orphan Sunday. He also explains how everyone can take part on any day of the year from wherever they are. Learn about Orphan Sunday at orphansunday.org.
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Journeying alone isnât easy, and having a community to walk alongside you makes all the difference!
Letâs talk about why communities matter together with our Managing Director, Chrina Henson, and our Manager of Community and Events, Tanya Paraso. In this episode, we also list down the different communities weâre building together with adoptive families, foster families, and advocates!
This is Family is the Answer: An Adoption and Foster Care podcast. Know more about us at roheifoundation.org
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"While foster care might be temporary, the impact that it has on a child is permanent."
In this episode, we talk a little bit more about foster care in the Philippine context. We share basic information about the process, address common concerns from parents, and explain why fostering exists for the best interest of the children involved.
This is Family is the Answer: An Adoption and Foster Care podcast. Know more about us at roheifoundation.org
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Perhaps one of the best ways to be an advocate is to live by the cause.
Mike and Malen Papadopoulos took a leap of faith when they moved to the Philippines to fulfill their mission as advocates through the Philippines Without Orphans. In this episode, Mike and Malen share how they answered Godâs call by opening their hearts and home to adoption and foster care.
This is Family is the Answer: An Adoption and Foster Care podcast, available on all major podcast platforms online.
Know more about us at roheifoundation.org
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What is it like being a âthird culture kidâ? Becky Ramos is a full-blooded Filipino who was adopted into an American missionary family living in the Philippines. Though the road to coming to terms with her identity wasnât easy, her familyâs love and faith carried her through every struggle. In this episode, Becky shares how important her familyâs healthy communication about adoption had been, especially during her childhood and teenage years. This is Family is the Answer: An Adoption and Foster Care podcast, available on all major podcast platforms online.
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Adoption was never a plan B for the Carangues.
Ken had always considered adoption before meeting his wife, Mafe. Fortunately, Mafe was very open to the idea of adoption too. Through communication and intuition, the couple had been in sync with each other throughout their adoption process. In this episode, theyâll be sharing how a series of miracles had given them their first son, Lucas.
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Did you know OFWs can start their adoption journeys from abroad?
Since the start of their adoption process, Neil and Kristel Garingan have endured distance, natural disasters, and a global pandemic just to reach their son, Toviel. In this episode, the Garingans will be sharing the ups and downs of their adoption journey, and how their resilience and faith helped their family through trying times.
This is Family is the Answer: An Adoption and Foster Care podcast. Know more about us at roheifoundation.org
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