Save Children Accused of Witchcraft in Africa

by Equitable Medicaid and Clinical Research Ltd/Gte
Save Children Accused of Witchcraft in Africa
Save Children Accused of Witchcraft in Africa
Save Children Accused of Witchcraft in Africa
Save Children Accused of Witchcraft in Africa
Save Children Accused of Witchcraft in Africa
Save Children Accused of Witchcraft in Africa
Save Children Accused of Witchcraft in Africa
Save Children Accused of Witchcraft in Africa
Save Children Accused of Witchcraft in Africa
Save Children Accused of Witchcraft in Africa

Summary

In parts of Africa, deadly superstitions lead to children being accused of witchcraft, causing abandonment, abuse, and even death. Poverty, poor education, and harmful beliefs drive these accusations. This project will rescue at-risk children, provide safe shelter, medical care, and counseling, while running awareness campaigns to change harmful practices. Urgent action is needed to protect lives and restore safety for these children.

$120,000
total goal
$119,999
remaining
3
donors
0
monthly donors
8
months

Challenge

In several African communities, children are accused of witchcraft due to superstition, misfortune, or illness. These accusations often lead to physical abuse, neglect, or death. Poverty and lack of awareness feed the cycle, with some families abandoning children out of fear. Without intervention, these harmful beliefs continue to destroy young lives and leave survivors traumatized and without protection.

Solution

The project will rescue children facing witchcraft accusations, provide safe shelter, food, medical care, and counseling. Trained staff will work with local leaders to challenge harmful beliefs. Awareness events will share factual information to replace superstition with understanding. Partnerships with legal experts will help protect children and hold abusers accountable, creating safer environments for vulnerable minors.

Long-Term Impact

With continuous rescues, education, and legal intervention, fewer children will be targeted by witchcraft accusations. Communities will start adopting safer practices, reducing violence and abandonment. Children who receive care can rebuild their lives, access education, and grow without fear. The networks and shelters created will remain available for future cases, helping protect generations of children from deadly superstitions.

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Organization Information

Equitable Medicaid and Clinical Research Ltd/Gte

Location: Abuja, AMAC - Nigeria
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Project Leader:
Ugbede-Ojo Dominic Kadiri
Abuja , AMAC Nigeria
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