Growing Orphan Epidemic

Well, I believe that the first step is awareness. Since most individuals I speak with are unaware of this problem that tells me that there needs to be a campaign of awareness.

So what can you do as one single individual? First off, you already have begun to do something if you are reading this sentence. You have already become aware that there is such a problem. My first suggestion would be to do an internet search on this subject; don’t just take my word on it here. See for yourself, read some of the testimonies from individuals just like you that have experienced this tragedy first hand.

Since I am not affiliated with any one organization that is working to provide some kind of solution, I am not including any links here. I am writing this article to spark awareness because, people just really need to know and we, the world, need to put our heads together and work to come up with a solution.

I am an adoptive mother of two beautiful girls. This was not an international adoption but, right here in the US. I have to be truthful with everyone here, even being involved with the foster care system as a treatment care provider for over twelve years; I was totally unaware that the population of parentless children was of such a mega proportion. I don’t know what it is, maybe just an unconscious choice not to see. My eyes have been opened but, truly, I don’t know what the answer is? For years, people have given money to support orphanages in depressed countries. Organizations have brought them food, clothing, school supplies, and the list goes on…

Truthfully, maybe this is why we have grown so numb to the issue? Not to mention, we are all caught up in our own struggles and daily activities. But especially, to those of you reading this that have children of your own, what will society look like for them if some solution is not found? The thought of nearly two million children being added to the already daunting numbers of parentless children is for me; down right frightening!

This article is written truly on the basis of heightening awareness of this growing problem. I know that the internet has become the great link around the world so, I thought I would toss this out to the masses in hope that maybe together we could come up with a true solution.

Obviously, throwing money at the problem has not been its resolve. Or, have we not given enough money, I really don’t know? My plea to you is, do some research on this subject and talk with your friends and family and really brainstorm for a solution. When humanity unites, we have strength. When you stop to think about it, the solution to any problem is strength. Whether it’s spiritual, emotional, physical or financial, any one of those areas lacking strength can propose a problem. Well, not to get into another philosophical oration here, the bottom line is to become aware. Tell everyone you know to become aware and let’s work on coming up with a solution!