Hope for Beninese children: Flensburg association supports orphans

Hope for Beninese children: Flensburg association supports orphans

Cologne, the colorful city on the Rhine, not only remains a place of cultural diversity, but also shows a big heart for humanitarian projects. An example of this is the association “Die Welt ist eins”, which is active in Flensburg and primarily focuses on children in Benin, West Africa. The story of twins who were born with club feet is particularly touching. Jules and Julis, now 9 years old, have been receiving support since 2021 so that they can go to school and secure their livelihood. Their mother, a single woman, fights every day for the well-being of her sons and is busy dealing with the challenges of everyday life.

The association, founded by Yaovi Loko, a native of Dado, has established itself as a strong pillar for children in need. Since 2013, the association has been committed to helping the youngest people in its homeland. The orphanage currently supports around 20 sponsored children and offers numerous educational opportunities. The collaboration is entirely voluntary, meaning that all funds go directly to aid projects. For just 15 euros a month, essential costs such as school fees, kindergarten equipment and nutrition are covered. shz.de reports that ...

Strong together for the future

The association plans to build four shops and six apartments in order to generate income that will provide the orphanage with long-term financial security. A woman from the community will be there to look after the children during this time. The food supply will also be carried out independently, as food is already being grown on the neighboring property. However, there are also challenges: There is a lack of beds, furniture, kitchen equipment and playground equipment for the children. The committed Yaovi Loko travels back to Benin every two years to ensure progress on site and to make donations in kind.

Another notable project is “Startup Aid for Women”, which has already led 19 women into self-employment. This approach not only promotes empowerment but also gender equality, which is still a big issue in Benin; The illiteracy rate among women is almost twice as high as among men. kinderhilfe-westafrika.de states that…

A ray of hope in the lives of disadvantaged children

The orphanage director Dr. Mohammad Valeed Ahmed Sethi is an experienced pediatric surgeon who came to Benin with his wife three years ago to take over the management of the orphanage. 54 children are currently finding a safe home under his care. Unfortunately, the life stories of these children are often marked by difficult fates. The orphanage not only offers these children a roof over their heads, but also the opportunity for school education, medical care and, above all, loving care. Dr. Sethi and his team work closely with the community to improve the children's everyday lives, which is also supported through monthly sponsorships. As part of the Jalsa Salana in Germany, the orphanage project was promoted - an important initiative in this context that also raises awareness of global challenges. revuederreligionen.de describes that ...

The “The World is One” foundation and its projects in Benin impressively show how humanity and solidarity can have an impact across all borders. It started with a strong vision that is now in full bloom. The story of Jules, Julis and many others is an impressive example of how international child welfare projects can not only change individual destinies, but also strengthen the entire community.