Imagine being surrounded by family, but unable to communicate your needs. Or being in a school, and having little idea of what was being taught. Now more than ever as we navigate social isolation we understand how important it is to be able to communicate with those around you. In times of crisis, communication is what...
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As an organisation, we like to share the good news with our communities. We like to give you a glimpse of the beauty in our children, an insight into their resilience, and to share the many stories of kids thriving. However, right now we need your help. We are currently in the midst of a child protection...
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As a global pandemic, the impact of coronavirus (COVID-19) is immense and far-reaching. For developing countries, this pandemic poses a significantly high risk to health, safety and social stability. Beyond the Orphanage have been working closely with our in-country program partners in Nepal and Kenya to monitor the local situations, and to implement measures to keep the...
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2019 - Our Year in Review As we start a new year, it is important to celebrate our achievements, and recognise that when people take action, individually and collectively, positive change does happen. Thanks to the ongoing support of our donors, we have made great steps forward in 2019 and we’d like to share some highlights with...
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We’re excited to announce that tech-developer Anomaly is partnering with BTO to donate 1/3 of all sales of its new game, Monstapals, to support the important work BTO does in caring for at-risk children in Nepal and Kenya. What is Monstapals? It’s a cool new interactive app that helps kids learn about Australian animals. Monstapals’ developer Anomaly...
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At BTO everyday is Children’s Day! We are continually focused on improving the lives of those we care for and ensuring their rights are upheld. On 20 November it is Universal Children’s Day, which was first established by the United Nations in 1954. Celebrated annually this Day is designed to improve the welfare of children and...
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Today, the strength of the girls’ movements around the globe are empowering girls and young women to take control of their lives. This year's International Day of the Girl Child on 11 October recognises that girls are “unscripted and unstoppable!" Rights of the Girl Child In 1995 the rights of women and girls were recognised as human rights...
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Let's go behind-the-scenes and introduce our newest board members, Dr. Bobbie Legg and Alexandra (Alex) Loftus. While much of our communication is about our front-facing activities, there is an enormous amount of work that goes on in the background to ensure that we can meet our objectives in caring for at-risk children. Our board members volunteer...
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It’s been a super exciting time in Nepal with the amazing Cliniko “EmPower” project launched across our programs in Pokhara and Birgunj. After months of planning with BTO, our in-country partners Sano Paila and Star Children, and our super generous sponsor Cliniko, the program began its roll out at the end of June in Pokhara. Over...
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Dr. Bobbie Legg, our amazing trauma therapist and trainer, recently visited Kenya. Bobbie was there to work with some of the young people who come into the centre we support, run by our in-country partner Alfajiri. She also conducted various training sessions in trauma treatment for local staff members. “I’ve been working with individual youth on difficult...
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