Despite heavy rainfall and limited team turnout, the Uche-Nnamani Vulnerable Children Foundation (UNVCF) remained committed to its mission of reaching abandoned orphans, underprivileged children, and vulnerable youths living on the streets. On Tuesday, 17th June 2025, the Foundation conducted an outreach program at Holy Ghost Cathedral/Ogbete Main Market, Enugu.

Highlights of the Outreach:
A professional cook was engaged to prepare a nutritious and hearty meal to ensure every child received well-cooked food as part of our commitment to their wellbeing.
Over 100 children at the street-begging camp were fed during the outreach.
20 vulnerable adults, mostly parents or guardians living and begging with the children, were also provided with meals.
Educational Intervention:
After the feeding, the Foundation engaged the children in conversations about the importance of education and a better future. Sadly, only seven children agreed to leave street life and enroll in school through our scholarship scheme.
In a prompt response to their decision, UNVCF immediately paid their school fees and entrusted the funds to the Chief Security Officer at Holy Ghost Terminal, who agreed to escort the children and ensure their registration at the designated school the following day. The Foundation will closely follow up to ensure the children are properly enrolled and settled.
Observations:
A large number of children and families showed reluctance to abandon street life, highlighting a pressing need for continuous sensitization programs.
The team observed disturbing trends of physical and sexual abuse and exploitation among children in the area. This will shape future advocacy and intervention strategies by the Foundation.
Appreciation:
We express our sincere gratitude to the security personnel at Holy Ghost Terminal, Enugu for their support and protection during the outreach. Special thanks go to our dedicated team members, particularly Mr. Augustus Chekwus, for their unwavering commitment to our cause.
God bless Uche-Nnamani Vulnerable Children Foundation
Together, we are restoring hope and rebuilding lives.