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Find out moreAt Open Arms we believe that every child has the right to survival and development. We provide essential care for Malawi's orphaned and abandoned children, giving them the chance to achieve their potential within the love and security of a home.
Our principal aim is to support vulnerable babies and their extended families so that they can thrive together. We work closely with local communities to build brighter futures.
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Join us for delicious homemade refreshments at Fewston Charity Café on 29th and 30th November, with the option of joining our informal walk round Swinsty resevoir on Sunday morning.
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Support Open Arms Malawi in this year's Big Give Christmas Challenge and your donation will be doubled!
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The last few weeks have marked a truly historic moment for Open Arms Infant Homes. Our Blantyre team travelled to Mangochi recently to support the final stage of transitioning all children in the Infant Home to Community Based care. This journey began several years ago with a brave idea and three tiny babies.
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One of the most recent referrals onto Open Arms’ Community-Based Care Programme is Elizabeth, whose story is a reminder of the vital difference family-based care can make - helping the most vulnerable children grow up safe, nurtured and surrounded by those who love them.
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In an interview with Open Arms’ Malawi team, they reveal how a bold shift from infant care to family-based support is transforming lives. Their “graduation programme” equips families with resources and skills to break the cycle of poverty—focusing on quality over quantity for lasting impact. At the heart of it all is a simple but powerful vision: every child deserves a family
Read moreYour donation will help children in Malawi grow up healthy with the love of a family
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