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NewsLumos featured in BBC Radio 4 Appeal, presented by Lumos Ambassador Evanna LynchSunday May 19, 2024During this fundraising broadcast, Evanna Lynch highlighted our global work to support a child's right to a family. Evanna will also share the incredible story of Olesea in Moldova.
NewsYoung advocates join Lumos at UNHRC event in Geneva to back care reformThursday March 14, 2024We aim to shine a light on the right of children to be cared for in a loving and supportive family, social protection for children with a disability and social protection of children in humanitarian situations and on the move.
StoriesMother’s Day: A foster mother motivated by loveFriday March 8, 2024Carla wanted to be a foster mother for a long time, but as a single mother had to postpone her application while her own children were younger.
StoriesUkraine: A story of friendship during warFriday February 16, 2024Although the three girls still miss their homes in Ukraine deeply, they now have a lot of friends from Moldova, and they love spending time together.
NewsPartner spotlight: Comic ReliefWednesday February 14, 2024With their rapid response, we've been able to adapt swiftly to the evolving situation in Ukraine, ensuring urgent assistance reaches the most vulnerable children and families, safeguarding their safety and reducing the risk of family separation.
NewsLumos launches new joint programme to support children and families in UkraineFriday February 2, 2024In response to the challenges of the war in Ukraine, Lumos and NGO Ukraine without Orphans, with the financial support of the Ukraine Humanitarian Fund, have launched a new programme, receiving $1.75m from the UHF.
NewsLumos advocates for inclusive education on International Day of EducationWednesday January 24, 2024International Day of Education on 24th January, is an important reminder of the right all children should have to access a good education - including those with special education needs and disabilities.
NewsLumos partners with UBS Optimus Foundation, launching campaign to transform the care of childrenMonday January 15, 2024We are so grateful to the UBS Optimus Foundation for their partnership and support as we prepare to launch our ambitious campaign to raise awareness amongst philanthropists of the harms of institutions and seek to sustainably redirect funding to family and community-based services, so that children can grow up in families where they belong.
NewsAmazing result for Lumos’s first-ever crowd-funderThursday January 11, 2024In total, including match funding and Gift Aid, the campaign raised a fantastic £154,075! Thank you so much!
NewsLumos Moldova concludes project supporting refugee children with disabilitiesTuesday November 28, 2023Lumos Moldova has completed the "Generate Evidence on Refugee Children with Disabilities to Improve Access to Relevant Services" project, to improve access to vital services for Ukrainian refugee children with disabilities.
Stories“Living with my family is a wonderful experience”: Marcela’s storyTuesday November 21, 2023Marcela’s insight and experience is invaluable. She is able to speak openly and honestly about what it is like for a child.
Stories“Thanks to Lumos, my story can make a change”: Pavel’s StoryMonday November 13, 2023Pavel has had experience of living in an institution for a very long time before he was placed in foster care. This geographical change brought with it many improvements to his life.