International China Concern

 

ICC’s mission is to ensure every child with a disability in China is embraced by love, fueled by hope, and empowered with life-changing opportunity. Their care and services help every child not just survive but thrive. ICC’s Vision is that all children with a disability living fulfilling lives in a welcoming society that accepts and respects them. 

 

As China continues to evolve economically and socially, ICC is keeping pace to meet today’s needs and anticipate tomorrow’s opportunities. We envision a future serving tens of thousands of children with disabilities and their families, while overcoming prejudice in the communities in which they live. 

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The recent news at ICC is that the wonderful Judy Elliott, who has been UK National Office Director for twenty years is stepping back from that post to continue her work for the charity in a different role.  She will be sorely missed for her strong leadership, guidance and enthusiasm in the role.  She has her own sponsorship child, whom she visits often.

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In China there are moves to progress from the Foreign NGO status that the charity currently enjoys to Foundation Registration where the charity could step back from the yearly registration currently required and form close partnerships / liaisons with other similar and sympathetic organisations.

 

There is a new welfare centre in Changsha for adolescents aged 14 and over. The Little Ark project is continuing and expanding running food trucks staffed by disabled youngsters. The Family Partners Programme continues to offer support to enable children needing extra care for a variety of reasons, to remain at home.

 

As always, supporters are very much needed.  Sponsorship is very worthwhile and you receive full updates. You can get involved by sponsoring a child, praying or donating to this charity.  More information can be found on their website: https://chinaconcern.org