New Developments - The Transformation of Not Alone

In 2005, a landmark occurred in the history of Coptic Orphans. Volunteer Reps, staff, and other participants gathered and democratically voted to change the name of the Child Assistance Program to Not Alone to better reflect what the program means for those children, volunteers, and others who participate, and to set the stage for the program’s transformation.

The transformation of Not Alone is now underway. We will continue the traditional accomplishments of Not Alone in provide basic necessities such as food, clothing, and shelter and helping each child reach age-appropriate literacy, but now add a holistic approach based upon our years of experience working with vulnerable children in Egypt.

Now, Not Alone will also increasingly focus upon the development and empowerment of the child before and during formal education.

Development and empowerment mean taking control over ones life, setting one’s agenda, gaining skills, enhancing self confidence, solving one’s problems and developing self-reliance.

The goal of the transformation is not only to help every child survive and succeed, but also to develop an integrated, balanced personality, and be able to interact with the community and address the challenges of the era.

We want not only to give every child the tools for breaking the cycle of poverty, but become change-makers in their communities.

We’ll keep you in touch periodically about the transformation of Not Alone and other new developments at Coptic Orphans on this page, so be sure and check back later for more.