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5. Orphanage ambassador(1)
CORPORATE NEWS
March 5, 2023

Orphanage Ambassadors Program

Corporate News Feature: The Purpose and Impact of the Orphanage Ambassador Program

#In January 2023, the Mary K. Yap Foundation proudly launched its Orphanage Ambassador Program as part of a strategic effort to expand the Foundation’s global mission—advancing the well-being of orphaned children worldwide. The program was designed to empower passionate individuals with a platform to serve as voices for orphans and become active participants in their development. At its core, the initiative reflects the Foundation’s belief that everyone can make a difference by contributing time, compassion, and care. Often, society underestimates the potential of orphaned children, but through meaningful engagement, we see how supportive interactions can inspire resilience, growth, and transformation.

Orphanage Ambassadors carry a vital role in championing the Foundation’s mission. They serve not only as representatives but also as mentors and advocates who directly engage with orphaned children in their local communities and abroad. By visiting orphanages, offering encouragement, and supporting day-to-day needs, these ambassadors foster environments where orphaned youth are treated with the same love and attention as children raised in traditional family settings. Their presence is a powerful reminder that these children are not forgotten—they are valued, cared for, and capable of thriving when given proper support.

#The program requires each ambassador to participate in at least two Foundation-sponsored charity events per year, whenever and wherever possible. But more than meeting this requirement, ambassadors are deeply involved in forming lasting bonds with both the children and the communities they serve. Whether giving empowerment talks, leading fun and educational activities, or simply offering a listening ear, they help instill confidence and hope in children who may otherwise feel alone. Their involvement strengthens the bridge between the Foundation and the orphanage communities, reinforcing trust and continuity in the children’s lives.

Today, the Orphanage Ambassador Program has grown to include 11 dedicated ambassadors from 8 different countries—each bringing unique perspectives and energy to our mission. Their collective efforts reflect the spirit of global unity in supporting orphaned children and ensuring they are seen, heard, and uplifted. The Mary K. Yap Foundation remains committed to growing this program and expanding its reach, knowing that every ambassador contributes to a brighter, more compassionate future for children who need it most. Through their work, the Foundation continues to advance its vision: that every orphan, regardless of their origin or circumstance, deserves a chance to live, dream, and succeed.

By admin
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COMMENTARIES
November 14, 2022

Recognizing Strength on Int’l Orphan Day

Orphans are children who depend on their strength and ability to learn and succeed without the support of their mothers and fathers. They are the ones who have lost one or both parents to age, sickness, or violence—or simply by being abandoned.”

Dr. John Palmer
 Chairman, Mary K. Yap Foundation

On International Orphan Day, we pause to honor the lives of millions of children worldwide who face the world without the support of their parents. These children, often left behind through illness, conflict, abandonment, or poverty, are some of the most vulnerable members of society—but also some of the most resilient.

The Harsh Reality They Endure

Every year, the number of orphans around the world continues to rise—due to war, disease, disasters, and extreme poverty. Without adequate care, protection, and guidance, these children face unimaginable risks. Many are left to navigate life on their own, often preyed upon by those seeking to exploit their vulnerability. The dangers are alarming. Orphaned children are often forced into:

        • Child labor by unethical employers
        • Militant groups or rebel armies as child soldiers
        • Human trafficking networks
        • Violent criminal activity simply to survive
        • Or abuse under the care of those with bad intentions

Those who survive these circumstances may still face a bleak future—malnutrition, untreated diseases, homelessness, or incarceration. Some lose their lives to conditions that could have easily been prevented with basic care. Others, burdened by trauma and isolation, may grow up without the tools to trust or thrive.

The Strength They Carry Within

#And yet, amid this tragedy, we witness something powerful: hope. Orphaned children are not defined by their loss, but by their resilience. They are survivors—young souls who fight each day to rise above abandonment and shape their own future. Their strength is quiet, but it is unshakable. Their courage is often unseen, but it is real. At the Mary K. Yap Foundation, we believe that every orphan deserves not only survival, but the opportunity to flourish. These children are not a burden to the world—they are its potential. With the right care, love, and guidance, they can become tomorrow’s leaders, thinkers, and changemakers.

As we commemorate International Orphan Day, we must move beyond sympathy and into action. These children do not deserve to live in neglect, especially when they have so much to offer the world. It is our collective duty—governments, communities, and individuals—to ensure that no orphan grows up unseen, unloved, or unprotected. We call on everyone to be a voice, a hand, a heart—to support organizations that care for orphaned children, advocate for their rights, and create safe, nurturing spaces for them to heal and grow.

Let us remember that orphaned children are not simply survivors of tragedy—they are symbols of human resilience. With our help, they can still build lives of purpose, dignity, and hope.

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1. An Orphan Thoughts on Mother Day
COMMENTARIES
May 9, 2021

Orphan Children on Mother’s Day

A mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take.”

– Cardinal Gaspard Mermillod (1824-1892)

 

OEvery May, America celebrates and honors mothers on this special day by thanking them for all the love and sacrifices they’ve made. But sadly, this is not the case for children in every town and country in the world who have lost, been taken from, abandoned by, or sent away from their mothers.

An orphan may suffer long-term emotional problems due to their failure to resolve their sense of loss for their mother. The effects of trauma can include symptoms of depression, being more anxious and withdrawn, having more problems in school, and diminished academic performance than non-bereaved children. Some also have difficulty building relationships and have trust issues as they lack maternal support while beginning their life journey. Abandoned orphans will always be left with the question of if their mothers truly loved them.  These orphans feel incomplete without their mothers.

Celebrating Mother’s Day is not the same for everyone; for some orphans, it will remind them of their feelings when they lost their mother. Mothers generally support us through all our victories and hardships as we build our lives. Therefore, some orphans will feel envious of the children who can spend time with and be cared for by their mothers. Living and growing up without a mother to lean on, especially on the most challenging days, is not easy.

Many orphans also live in poverty and cope with mental and emotional problems at an early age, in addition to the burden of losing their mother. Even though some still have their fathers and are considered “single orphans, ” the loss of the love and care that mothers bring is irreplaceable.

These orphans are vulnerable but hopefully will remain strong and determined to continue living and pursuing their dreams. Although these unprivileged children have no mother to celebrate Mother’s Day, they should still be surrounded by unconditional love from those who appreciate and care for them. Let this be an encouragement for us to be there for the underprivileged ones, the orphans, as we celebrate this Mother’s Day.

By admin