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OneChild has been working in partnership with the PREDA Foundation based in Olongapo City, Philippines. Since 1974, PREDA has been on a quest for justice for Filipinos by providing assistance and empowerment to the poor, and lobbying for fair laws and their implementation to protect children and women exploited in demeaning work, especially prostitution. |
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 OneChild youth with child survivors of commercial sexual exploitation and sexual abuse at the Childhood for Children Home, PREDA Foundation, Olongapo City, Philippines |
Thanks to the fundraising efforts of our fellow youth members, and the generosity of partnering organizations and our adult supporters, we have funded the construction of a rehabilitation centre for 35-40 girls between the ages of 11 and 16 who have been rescued from the streets, sex clubs, and brothels. |
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 OneChild youth present Fr. Shay Cullen, Co-Founder of the PREDA Foundation with a cheque for the construction of our rehabilitation centre for survivors of the child sex trade |
The centre will be situated in a scenic rural setting, and will be two storied, featuring a run-around balcony. The home as planned will be equipped with a therapy room, meditation healing centre, skills training centre, a classroom, 2 dormitories, staff rooms, guest rooms, a dining area, kitchen, office, counseling room, a herbal garden, and meditation garden for spiritual renewal. |
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 Scenic rural setting for the new rehabilitation centre |
It is here that the children will receive shelter and participate in counseling services, family therapy, formal/informal education, vocational skills training, alternative income generation, rights education, legal assistance, and leadership training. It is here that they will have their self-esteem restored and begin to see worth in themselves. |
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 Completed bridge to get to the rehabilitation centre |
Currently undergoing construction, we're eagerly waiting for the new home to become a reality. Want to learn more about Philippines? Check out our country profile to learn more about the Pearl of the Orient and the state of its children in The Truth. |
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