Nigel Quennell
The Child Protection and Development Center opened two
new homes for boys, allowing the Human Help Network Thailand shelter to care
for up to 20 more orphans and street kids.
Human Help Network Thailand
Director Radchada Chomjinda thanks the people responsible for funding the
new homes.
HHN global Director Hans Mueller cut the ribbon on the
new homes Jan. 28 with guests and sponsors from around the world in
attendance.
Human Help Network Thailand Director Radchada Chomjinda
thanked those responsible for funding the new homes, saying 15-20 more boys
can now receive shelter, healthcare, education and attention.
“With 3 houses for the girls and from now on 5 houses for
the boys we will be able to provide a safe shelter, education and healthcare
for around 70 street children who are between 5 and 18 years old.”
She also tanked Mueller and other German sponsors for
their continued support, noting that within just two years CPDC has been
transformed from a collection of tents into the cluster of buildings that it
is today. She said it is a secure environment where disadvantaged kids can
regain their childhood and self esteem.
HHN global Director Hans
Mueller praises the people here for all their hard work.
“What we do here for these kids would simply not be
possible without the help all of you have given and we truly thank all of
you most sincerely,” Radchada said.
She closed her remarks by announcing she would take over
temporary directorship of CPDC after Parisorn Noja was appointed director of
the Anti-Human Trafficking and Child Abuse Project.
The opening ceremony was joined by CPDC children, some
children from Baan Jing Jai and children from the slums, as well as by
guests of honor, including the president of the Father Ray Foundation,
president and representatives of the local Rotary Clubs, representatives of
the United Nations Office of Drug and Crime, president of the French Club,
and others. The festivities started at 10 a.m. with a traditional Thai dance
presented by some girls at the centre.
The ceremony closed with dance performances from CPDC
kids, followed by a great lunch including noodle soup, a rice dish,
french-fries as well as fresh fruits and little coconut cakes.
HHN global Director Hans
Mueller cuts the ribbon to officially open the new homes.
Young Thai dancers open the
ceremony with a touching performance.
Human Help Network Thailand
can now care for up to 20 more orphans and street kids.
A young dancer demonstrates
the new fitness craze - hula hoops.
