Today we commemorate the International Day of Charity. The dictionary defines charity as the voluntary giving of help, typically in the form of money, to those in need. Charity can alleviate the worst effects of humanitarian crises and suffering, and…
We at the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI), put a great deal of emphasis on education, which is at the heart of the Sustainable Development Goals, as set by the United Nations. Education is a human right, a public good, and a public…
Poverty and education are inextricably linked, because people living in poverty may stop going to school so they can work, which leaves them without literacy and numeracy skills they need to further their careers. Studies have repeatedly shown a link between…
Volunteer Medical Corps (VMC), also known as the International LoveWorld Volunteer Medical Community Network, is an ever-expanding global network of Christian health care workers, non-medical volunteers, and students committed to providing medical care through outreaches, humanitarian assistance, and sustainable health…
Each year, World Humanitarian Day focuses on a theme, bringing together partners from across the humanitarian system to advocate for the survival, well-being, and dignity of people affected by crises, and for the safety and security of aid workers. …
The theme of International Youth Day August 12, 2021, “Transforming Food Systems: Youth Innovation for Human and Planetary Health”, highlights the fact that the success of such a global effort will not be achieved without the meaningful participation of the…
It is time to focus on sending children back to school again for the new academic year. The InnerCity Mission together with the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI) which was founded by Chris Oyakhilome, are starting a new campaign to…
In today’s world, we face many challenges such as poverty, violence, and human rights abuses. These such crises undermine so many things like peace, security, development, and social harmony among the people of the world, who are just trying to…
In November 2009, in recognition of the former South African President’s contribution to the culture of peace and freedom, the United Nations declared the 18th of July “Nelson Mandela International Day”. His values and his dedication to humanity with regards…
International days are opportunities to educate the public on issues of concern, address global problems, and celebrate and reinforce the achievements of humanity. The United Nations General Assembly declared 15 July as World Youth Skills Day, to celebrate the strategic importance…