The Human Safety Net Activity Report 2019

The “Villaggio” seeks integration with key public services and shares the location with a primary health care centre, kindergarten and social services.

Since mid-2018 over 1,200 fathers, mothers and children have benefited from the centre, and there is growing evidence of the positive impact it is making in their area. In a recent survey, 100% of the mothers interviewed declared they spend more time interacting with their children at home. A majority of parents involved also introduced new activities, like reading and playtime, into their family routine. 94% felt that their self-confidence as parents improved, and mothers felt more able to respond to their children’s needs. All mothers also reported collaborating with other professionals and parents. This is a key milestone for achieving “Villaggio’s” goal – inspired by the African saying “it takes a village to raise a child” – of working together to improve the lives of children in need.