What Makes Us Distinct
What Makes Sanctuary For Children Distinct
At Sanctuary For Children, our mission is deeply rooted in a set of core values that guide every decision, partnership, and program we undertake. These values are not just ideals—they are the foundation of our identity and the reason we exist.
Faith – Alignment with the Teachings and Work of Jesus Christ
We believe that true transformation begins with faith. Our work is inspired by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, emphasizing compassion, justice, and unconditional love. This spiritual foundation drives our commitment to serve the vulnerable with humility and grace.
Family First – Every Child Deserves the Love and Stability of a Family
We recognize that children thrive best in the context of loving, stable families. Whether through reunification, kinship care, or community-based support, we prioritize family-centered solutions that restore dignity and belonging to every child.
Empowerment – Building on Strengths
Rather than focusing on deficits, we build on the strengths of youth, caregivers, and communities. Our programs are designed to equip individuals with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to shape their own futures and become agents of change.
Integrity – Transparency, Accountability, and Ethical Leadership
We hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity. From financial stewardship to program delivery, we are committed to transparency, accountability, and ethical leadership. Trust is the currency of our work, and we earn it through consistent, honest engagement.
Local Ownership – Engaging and Equipping for Long-Term Change
We believe that sustainable impact comes from within. That’s why we engage and equip local actors—families, faith leaders, community organizations—to lead the change they want to see. Our role is to support, not to dictate, ensuring that solutions are culturally relevant and locally driven.
The Holy Bible. The Message translation
Matthew 25:40 “I’m telling the solemn truth: Whenever you did one of these things to someone overlooked or ignored, that was me – you did it to me.”
The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC)
The United Nations Guidelines for the Alternative Care of Children
The principles from the Child Protection Minimum Standards in Humanitarian Action
• Safety, dignity and rights
• Strengthen children’s resilience
• Access to impartial assistance
• Survival and development
• Assist to recover
• Best Interest of the child
• Help people claim their rights
• Non-discrimination
• Strengthen child protection systems
• Child participation
Specific principles from the Sphere Handbook
“protecting people from physical and psychological harm”; “enhance people’s safety, dignity and rights and avoid exposing them to further harm”; and “claiming their rights, access available remedies and recover from the effects of abuse”
Specific goals from the Sustainable Development Goals
