VOICED : Baby box opens lid on South Africa's adoption crisis

VOICED : Baby box opens lid on South Africa's adoption crisis

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Social Studies, Moral Science, Education

6th - 7th Grade

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The video discusses Hope Orphanage in Johannesburg, which provides temporary shelter for abandoned babies. It highlights the baby box system, established in 1999, as a safe place for mothers to leave unwanted children. The video also addresses the broader issue of child abandonment in South Africa, where thousands of children are left at orphanages or on the streets annually. It explores the societal challenges faced by mothers, including abandonment by partners and families. A personal story illustrates the stigma surrounding adoption in South Africa, emphasizing the difficult choices some families face.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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