Weekly update 29/25 Engels

It's been a good week; a lot of work has been accomplished quickly. In Romania, they're happy with what we're doing, and we've only received positive feedback about our activities.

Tuesday afternoon, there was a pickup job, not far away, but it took a while, and it was a success.

On Wednesday, July 16th, we loaded a trailer that's going to Breaza. This trailer is mostly full of tasty treats. I expect children will be especially happy with it. Through our network from Breaza, we reach so many people that distribution won't be a problem.

Here's the link to the photos.

Thursday also had a pickup job, so our supplies are still reasonably full. We could certainly use some more food.

Toth Attila from Peris sent a whole series of photos of children receiving a soft drink we brought not so long ago. They were, of course, happy with it, as were the children in many other places.

Here's the link to the photos.

The trailer we loaded on July 9th was partially unloaded in Marghita on July 16th and then reloaded with flour, vegetables, and potatoes. The photo album below also includes images of the wheat harvesting; all three combine harvesters were in action.

Here's the link to the photos.

The next day, unloading took place in Breaza, our main distribution center in that region. Csaba and Imola are managing the distribution of incoming goods as efficiently as possible.

Here's the link to a photo album.

The potatoes and vegetables from the farm are being delivered to many locations, including Pieter Nagel from Minis. He wrote a thank-you note and emphasized the need.

Here's the link to a few photos with explanations.

Henk Muller has again distributed a lot, including the items we sent for him.

Here's the link to a photo album.

Marin and Eniko from Band have also been busy. These are somewhat recurring events, but that doesn't make them any less important. The house for the family affected by flooding is almost finished. The future resident wanted to help but unfortunately sustained an injury.

Here's the link to a photo album.

Just like in previous weeks, Reghina from Ticau managed to distribute food to people in her community who could really use some support.

Here's the link to a photo album.

Nadia from Jibou always received some support from Ate van der Werf. After his death, support continued; Attila ensures she can continue helping in Jibou.

Here's the link to a photo album.

Viorel and Elena Deaj have also done a great deal of work this past week. The photosand the brief explanation give a good impression of it. It's important for the people they care for. The cookie tins have found a purpose I hadn't even considered.

Making real progress with a few big steps is a great wish of mine. Unfortunately, it's not that simple; real change has to be implemented by the government. It's something they've been putting off for years, breaking many rules in the process. Take a look at the rules below.

On November 20, 1989, the United Nations adopted a treaty enshrining the basic rights of all children: the Universal Declaration of the Rights of the Child. Also known as the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Almost every country in the world has signed this treaty, including the Netherlands and Romania All these countries are obligated to protect the rights of children in their countries.

The Convention on the Rights of the Child consists of 54 articles. Almost everything important to children is included in it. These rights apply to all children worldwide.

The most important rights of a child are:

the right to education

the right to one's own faith and culture

the right to a name and nationality

the right to one's own opinion

the right to a safe and healthy life

the right to protection from child labor

the right to protection from abuse and violence

the right to protection during war

the right to play

the right to grow up with family

the right to safe drinking water

the right to good healthcare

the right to care for people with disabilities

Many rights seem self-evident. But unfortunately, that's not the case everywhere. That's why it's important to raise awareness often enough.

Here's the link to the photo album.

Joszi from Tirgu Mures and his team continue to work for the people and children in their community. It's no news that poverty and abuse are prevalent in this neighborhood of a large city. It's therefore important that we support these people in their efforts to change this.

Here's the link to the photos.

This coming Wednesday, July 23rd, we will be loading a trailer that will go to Botosani. This time, it's a tractor with a box trailer. It won't be going by rail, but directly by road to Botosani. Cristi is looking forward to organizing the distribution of the load; there's also a great need for aid for the poor there.