So as I was told this morning, at about 9pm on Friday, Izmael came back to Casa Alianza.
He told me today, that when he arrived back to his market of old, he quickly decided that the street was no longer where he wanted to be. I was delighted to hear the news.
He told me how on Saturday they had gone on an excursion to the cinema. He had never been to the cinema before. He also told me how over the weekend the abuse from the other boys had considerably lessoned. I think that he had showed that he is here to stay to get better and to get over his problems, and by doing this he showed to the others that their insults didn't mean anything to him.
I don't think happy endings like this are regular. I am also aware that I will have to pay attention in case the same situation should arise with Izmael.
For the time being, I am very happy with the results.
The trouble is of course, Izmael's story is one of many. Today a girl of 15 at Casa Alianza, lets call her Gloria, confided in me she has had enough of the bad attitude of many of the other kids, and wants to leave. Gloria is a victim of human trafficking. She has a two year old kid.
I had a long chat with her, and once again I hope my words might have had some effect.
The work continues.......
About Me
- Simon Walters
- My name is Simon Walters - I work for Casa Alianza Nicaragua. Casa Alianza Nicaragua is a non-profit NGO, working to protect, support and rehabilitate children living on streets, victims of abuse, violence, abandonment, commercial and sexual exploitation and human trafficking. I work as a specialist member of staff, coordinating healthy and sustainable activities for the kids in our protection, and on the international development side of things - working with all the Casa Alianza sites in Latin America. I hold a MA in International Law and Human Rights from the United Nations University for Peace, and a MA in History from the University of Edinburgh. I am very involved in the Model United Nations, and in 2009 served as the Founding Secretary General of Mostar International Model United Nations, in Bosnia and Herzegovina. I also have experience in English teaching, coaching public speaking and debating, acting and radio presenting.
Congratulations for your work! God will help you to continue with this important mision at Casa Alianza.
ReplyDeletePeople like you make the diference at this world in a positive way.
God bless you.
Mate absolutely incredible i need to apologize as i kept meaning to leave a get well message after i heard you were suffering from fever i hope you are fully recovered and i look forward to speaking to you soon.
ReplyDeleteSo inspiring to hear of your good work.
Speak soon, love form all the family
Dave