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From the eyes of a photojournalist

some of our favorite images, collected by our global staff

12.4.2020

In our communities around the world, our agency journalists serve as the eyes and ears for Children International.

The photos below give an inside view into some of the schools, neighborhoods and homes of our sponsored children and families. Take a moment to reflect on some of our favorite scenes from our global community.

This community center, located in the Atucucho region of Quito, Ecuador, serves around 2,700 sponsored children. Sitting in the northwestern part of the city, it’s a safe haven for families in a neighborhood riddled with gangs and drug dealers.

Photo by Denise Gil Medrano, Agency Journalist from Mexico.

Primary school teacher Elvis Chibale helps a student during a tutoring session at Mancilla Community School in Zambia. Children and youth receive tutoring in subjects like math, science and English, thanks to the support of sponsorship.

Photo by Mike Mubanga, former Agency Journalist from Zambia.

Afia (center), age 10, finds a peaceful corner amidst the disquiet of Rajabazar, a bustling neighborhood located in North Kolkata.

Photo by Souvik Chakravarti, Agency Journalist from India.

Despite living in a dangerous urban neighborhood without access to a proper field, children in Quito, Ecuador, use a dusty open space to play their country's favorite pastime - soccer.

Photo by Nelson Guevara, Agency Journalist from Honduras.

Members of the Children International Colombia Wind Orchestra perform in a parade as part of the September 2019 Barranquilla Carnival.

Photo by Patricia Calderon, Agency Journalist from Colombia.

Lester Gonzales enjoys the early morning solitude of making coffee in San Pedro Sula, Honduras. A former sponsored child turned business owner, Lester has defied the odds of growing up in poverty, and now motivates and mentors current sponsored children to do the same.

Photo by Nelson Guevara, Agency Journalist from Honduras.

In Jalisco, Mexico, volunteer Alejandra Gallardo Díaz, far left, looks on as children play after finishing a social and financial education session she conducted at her home.

Photo taken in 2019 by Denise Gil Medrano, Agency Journalist from Mexico.

In Honduras, volunteer mother Bricelda makes a traditional holiday dessert to share with her family, called “torrejas.” Similar to a pancake, and customized with different spices, torrejas are an end to a holiday meal that many Honduran families consider a staple.

Photo by Nelson Guevera, Agency Journalist from Honduras.

On December 24 and 31, many Honduran families celebrate the season with small fireworks or lights, also known as “estrellitas” — or “little stars.” Sponsored youth Cruz Alberto displays a sparkler as he celebrates the season with his friends in family. (Photo taken in 2019)

Photo by Nelson Guevera, Agency Journalist from Honduras.

To see more stories that were shared from the past year, and learn how your support continues to help sponsored children and families, visit our stories page.

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appu pai

Dec 9, 2020

Inspiring pictures!

persons

Dec 13, 2020

Need more up-to-date photos and summarized information by country about how CI helps sponsored children during the pandemic - 2020. Do CI community centers remain closed to children? When will they be reopened? How did CI connect with children during the pandemic? What did CI give to alleviate children hardship during the pandemic? These are things I who sponsor 6 children want to know. I ask that CI communicates these to sponsors regularly during the pandemic.

From the eyes of a photojournalist

some of our favorite images, collected by our global staff

In our communities around the world, our agency journalists serve as the eyes and ears for Children International.

This community center, located in the Atucucho region of Quito, Ecuador, serves around 2,700 sponsored children. Sitting in the northwestern part of the city, it’s a safe haven for families in a neighborhood riddled with gangs and drug dealers.

Primary school teacher Elvis Chibale helps a student during a tutoring session at Mancilla Community School in Zambia. Children and youth receive tutoring in subjects like math, science and English, thanks to the support of sponsorship.

Afia (center), age 10, finds a peaceful corner amidst the disquiet of Rajabazar, a bustling neighborhood located in North Kolkata.

Despite living in a dangerous urban neighborhood without access to a proper field, children in Quito, Ecuador, use a dusty open space to play their country's favorite pastime - soccer.

Members of the Children International Colombia Wind Orchestra perform in a parade as part of the September 2019 Barranquilla Carnival.

Lester Gonzales enjoys the early morning solitude of making coffee in San Pedro Sula, Honduras. A former sponsored child turned business owner, Lester has defied the odds of growing up in poverty, and now motivates and mentors current sponsored children to do the same.

Sponsored child Cynia takes part in the Art in Action summer camp in Little Rock, Arkansas, in 2019. Campers saw the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra perform, and then interacted with an “instrument petting zoo,” where they tried different symphony instruments, including violin, viola and cello.

In Jalisco, Mexico, volunteer Alejandra Gallardo Díaz, far left, looks on as children play after finishing a social and financial education session she conducted at her home.

In Honduras, volunteer mother Bricelda makes a traditional holiday dessert to share with her family, called “torrejas.” Similar to a pancake, and customized with different spices, torrejas are an end to a holiday meal that many Honduran families consider a staple.

On December 24 and 31, many Honduran families celebrate the season with small fireworks or lights, also known as “estrellitas” — or “little stars.” Sponsored youth Cruz Alberto displays a sparkler as he celebrates the season with his friends in family. (Photo taken in 2019)

To see more stories that were shared from the past year, and learn how your support continues to help sponsored children and families, visit our stories page.

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appu pai

Dec 9, 2020

persons

Dec 13, 2020

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From the eyes of a photojournalist

some of our favorite images, collected by our global staff

In our communities around the world, our agency journalists serve as the eyes and ears for Children International.

This community center, located in the Atucucho region of Quito, Ecuador, serves around 2,700 sponsored children. Sitting in the northwestern part of the city, it’s a safe haven for families in a neighborhood riddled with gangs and drug dealers.

Primary school teacher Elvis Chibale helps a student during a tutoring session at Mancilla Community School in Zambia. Children and youth receive tutoring in subjects like math, science and English, thanks to the support of sponsorship.

Afia (center), age 10, finds a peaceful corner amidst the disquiet of Rajabazar, a bustling neighborhood located in North Kolkata.

Despite living in a dangerous urban neighborhood without access to a proper field, children in Quito, Ecuador, use a dusty open space to play their country's favorite pastime - soccer.

Members of the Children International Colombia Wind Orchestra perform in a parade as part of the September 2019 Barranquilla Carnival.

Lester Gonzales enjoys the early morning solitude of making coffee in San Pedro Sula, Honduras. A former sponsored child turned business owner, Lester has defied the odds of growing up in poverty, and now motivates and mentors current sponsored children to do the same.

Sponsored child Cynia takes part in the Art in Action summer camp in Little Rock, Arkansas, in 2019. Campers saw the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra perform, and then interacted with an “instrument petting zoo,” where they tried different symphony instruments, including violin, viola and cello.

In Jalisco, Mexico, volunteer Alejandra Gallardo Díaz, far left, looks on as children play after finishing a social and financial education session she conducted at her home.

In Honduras, volunteer mother Bricelda makes a traditional holiday dessert to share with her family, called “torrejas.” Similar to a pancake, and customized with different spices, torrejas are an end to a holiday meal that many Honduran families consider a staple.

On December 24 and 31, many Honduran families celebrate the season with small fireworks or lights, also known as “estrellitas” — or “little stars.” Sponsored youth Cruz Alberto displays a sparkler as he celebrates the season with his friends in family. (Photo taken in 2019)

To see more stories that were shared from the past year, and learn how your support continues to help sponsored children and families, visit our stories page.

Comments

appu pai

Dec 9, 2020

persons

Dec 13, 2020

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Happy Thanksgiving

Adam Newsome, board chair, shares gratitude & enthusiasm

Why making lasting contributions inspires me

In Honduras, volunteer mother Bricelda makes a traditional holiday dessert to share with her family, called “torrejas.” Similar to a pancake, and customized with different spices, torrejas are an end to a holiday meal that many Honduran families consider a staple.