Did you know Christian individuals give approximately $2.5 billions dollars per year to orphanages and institutionalized care around the world? Today we chat with Stephanie Robinson, an expert in this area, Stephanie has worked in holistic community development and family preservation for 11 years with a focus in the Dominican Republic and Haiti. She holds a Master’s Degree in International Community Development through Northwest University. In the conversation we dive into the complex world of orphan care. Stephanie's journey is far from typical, she shares about what caused her to question the very concept of orphanages after living in Haiti, to building Konbit Haiti, an organization dedicated to family-based solutions. We highlight the root causes of why parents feel pressured to relinquish their children in developing countries, the negative impact of institutionalized care, and the power of community-driven change. We also touch on the opportunities and pitfalls of short-term mission trips. And hear about the work Stephanie is doing with Faith to Action, an organization that serves as a resource for Christ-followers who are seeking to respond to the needs of orphans and vulnerable children around the world...and… well, let's just say, you won't believe her story about a pot-bellied pig, on a motorcycle in streets of Haiti. Get ready to have your heart opened and your understanding challenged. Helpful Links:https://www.stephdrobinson.com/ -Writer, researcher, and advocate for children and families around the world.https://www.faithtoaction.org/ -Faith to Action Initiative seeks to elevate best practices in care for orphaned and vulnerable children, with free educational resources.https://www.konbithaiti.org/ -Helping Haitian communities thrivehttps://www.konbitcollective.com/ -Keeping families together through ethical employment

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