Watoto FAQ's
What does the word Watoto mean?
Watoto is the Swahili word for “children.”
What is Watoto?
Watoto is a Church based organisation that cares for orphans and widows in Uganda. Our goal is to raise the next generation of Ugandan leaders.
How does Watoto care for children?
Watoto cares for children in 2 ways:
- Watoto places the most vulnerable children into new families. Each family consists of 8 children and a mother who cares for them.
- Watoto supports the living relatives of orphans such as grandparents, uncles or aunts, by ensuring the children receive food clothing and education while living under the protection of their own family.
Where do the children come from?
Watoto employs several social workers who, with the approval of the Government of Uganda, locate and select the most vulnerable children. These children are some of the 2 million Ugandans who have been orphaned due to AIDS and war.
Where do the mothers come from?
Many Watoto mothers are widows. Some of them have children of their own. Watoto supports these women by giving them the opportunity to fulfil their roles as mothers. Each mother is responsible for the daily care of 8 children.
What are Children’s Villages?
Watoto creates entire communities where children can learn and grow in a safe environment. These villages contain houses, schools, a medical clinic, a church & community hall, a clean water source, roads and electricity.
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