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StoriesMoldovan children front and centre of Lumos’s community space plansThursday March 16, 2023We invited 26 local and refugee children in Moldova's Ialoveni and Floresti districts to two consultation sessions, where they could tell us what they wanted to see in these spaces.
StoriesVeliko: An update 5 years onFriday March 10, 2023"Now I am ready to give back my support to children and young people with and without disabilities and from vulnerable groups."
StoriesGloria, Ana, Juan and PabloTuesday March 7, 2023Without a suitable home or a family support network in their hometown of Bogotá, Colombia, Gloria was frightened about her children’s future.
NewsJoint statement on the forcible transfer, deportation, and adoption of children from UkraineMonday March 6, 2023We are extremely concerned by reports that thousands of Ukrainian children are being forcibly deported to Russia to be fostered or adopted without appropriate processes, separating them from their families and communities.
NewsUkraine: One year onFriday February 24, 2023For Lumos, this sombre anniversary is a moment to reflect on the last 12 months, and to adapt our work to further our mission to fight for every child’s right to a family – even in the most difficult of circumstances.
StoriesValeria: A new life with a foster familyFriday February 17, 2023Read the story of Valeria this Care Day. This day is the world's biggest celebration of children and young people with care experience.
StoriesViktoria: A search for safetyWednesday February 15, 2023The children are studying online, but sometimes it can take all day as the electricity keeps dropping out. They are grateful to still have access to education, but they miss the dancing and painting activities they used to enjoy.
StoriesIvanna and NinaWednesday February 15, 2023Ivanna fled her home with her three young granddaughters after their house was damaged by a bomb. Lumos has supported Ivanna and her granddaughters with food, clothing and psychological support. Ivanna describes Lumos’s help as “heating up our souls.”
NewsMrBeast’s new Youtube campaign: Why rebuilding orphanages is counterproductiveThursday February 2, 2023We hope that MrBeast and his followers embrace our mission so we can all work together for a future where every child is raised in a safe, loving family home.
StoriesInterview with Angela SincoviciMonday January 30, 2023We spoke to Angela about her work and why psychological support for those affected by the war is so crucial.
NewsFirst Lady of Ukraine makes commitment to end orphanagesFriday January 20, 2023“We must completely get rid of classical orphanages with educators and directors, giving all children the opportunity to grow up in families.”
NewsThe Orphanage Business ModelMonday January 9, 2023In this short video, we shine light on how the orphanage business model works - and explain what you can do to help break the cycle.