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Remember The Starving Kid Left To Die By His Parents? He Just Had His First Day Of School
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Remember The Starving Kid Left To Die By His Parents? He Just Had His First Day Of School

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In late January 2016, a Danish aid worker went on a rescue mission on the streets of Nigeria and discovered a starving child on the edge of death. The moment was captured in a haunting photograph, in which she tilts a water bottle toward the frail young boy’s lips. One year later, the same, then starving kid, is starting school after a full recovery, and a recreation of his first photo shows just how far he’s come.

Anja Ringgren Lovén works for an organisation called DINNødhjælp (‘your relief’) which found the abandoned boy, appropriately named Hope. They rescue children labeled as ‘witches,’ who are often tortured and killed by their own poverty-stricken parents. Some religious leaders in Nigeria accuse children of witchcraft in hopes of charging poor families for supposed exorcism services, an epidemic Anja and her team combat by sheltering the witch hunt affected children.

We previously wrote about Hope’s journey here and here. Take a look at his timeline below, and see how just one year of love and care gave him a completely fresh start.

More info: DINNødhjælp, Facebook, Instagram (h/t)

Remember the starving, abandoned child found in Nigeria in January 2016?

This is his first day of school, exactly one year after he was rescued by Anja Ringgren Lovén

The boy, named Hope, was left to die by his parents after being accused of ‘witchcraft’

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He was taken to the hospital immediately, and was treated for malnutrition and stomach worms

Just 8 months after his discovery, he started to gain weight and regain his energy

He even received a fresh haircut to go along with his new lease on life

Hope made a full recovery, and is barely recognizable from before

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He lives in an orphanage with other children cast out as ‘witches’ by their parents

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But really, who could accuse this face of anything evil?

The orphanage, run by Anja Ringgren Lovén and her team, proved to be a loving home for Hope

Anja works for DINNødhjælp (‘your relief’), a Danish volunteer organisation active in Nigeria

“All children have rights and those rights must be protected, always,” Anja writes on Facebook

One year of love and care gave Hope a completely fresh start

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Yvonne Bernal
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He is destined for GREAT things in life. God bless Anja, and the organization DINNødhjælp for helping Hope. Also to all the other people on this planet who continue to help in whatever way they can to help end such travesties

Amanda Panda
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"But really, who could accuse this face of anything evil" that's honestly what I want to know. What is it about these kids that makes parents think they are evil? I'm so glad this kid was saved, and so sad there are probably so many more like him.

Alec
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

From a previous report on this story I suspect that the fact that the boy has hypospadias, a slight malformation where the urethra emerges somewhere other than at the tip of the penis may have caused an ignorant/superstitious community to see him as cursed. I'm not defending this, nowhere near it, but you asked what could possibly cause the parents to see a kid as evil, and this is a close to an explanation as I've been able to find.

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Kevin Leslie
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

God bless the unfortunate children of the World and people like Miss Anja ringgren Loven !

Glass Studio Print Stukla
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Every time I remember the photo....omg! Now he looks so happy and loved! Verry happy to see the story.

Cat Meow
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a cutie! It's so great to see him recovering. I hope Hope finds a family who takes him home soon

Rajani Sarasan
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If it wasn't for her, he would've perished.. what a beautiful woman!!! ❀

Janice Ashworth
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

when I first saw this story, a year ago it broke my heart, I couldnt get that image out of my head, I cried so hard, have lost my little girl to a bad heart when she was only 20 months old, I cant understand how anyone anywhere could ever treat this little boy so badly. but to see him now, is fantastic, what a beautiful little man. Anja, you are an Angel, thank you for doing what you do xxxxxxx

Meeow
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So freaking cute, thanks to this woman and their camp did a good job for saving these children. Keep doing what you are doing!

Britany Hartin
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm glad for what they do, but I can't stop thinking about how they could have picked a better name for him.

jacluckycat
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hope seems like a perfect name for the boy, given his circumstances in life.

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Duncan Crozier
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's beautiful that hope had a chance but the lady who made it happen is an angel x

Desi
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is so cute. I hope others will be influenced to do great things for others because of this! They've spent so much effort on this one boy because each life matters. Thank you.

Tillie Martinussen
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I know, right? Me too! He''s adorable. This story has made me cry so many times. I do hope he gets to grow up strong and loved. Truly.

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Pi...
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes, I remember that picture...and that face. But now, I will remember the transformation picture and the face of hope and humanity! :)

Mathilde MyklΓΈy
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

DINNΓΈdhjelp does not translate to "Your relief", it translates to "Your Emergency Help" or "Your. Emergency Care".

Morten
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is the literal translation. However relief is a more accurate translation of the actual meaning of DinNødhjælp. (Src: Danish copywriter based in London)

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Cindy Brinker
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It’s a shame that children suffer because of the stupidity of adults and parents

Lorraine Cyr
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe this little boy will grow up to be a doctor. That woman that saved him is an ANGEL.

Marilyn Bojanowski
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is amazing! I hope one day when I'm older I can adopt a kid who needs a home as much as this kid did. God bless! <3

Hans Van Der Veen
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fortunately, good things are still happening in this totally ruined World.

Pacifico Fernandez
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Time for him to learn how to drink from a bottle on his own, eh? Just kidding - lots of love for this lady and her kids

Tamey Harper
Community Member
6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

God bless him and the other children all over the world going through hardships like this. I’m so glad there are people out there with good hearts and the resources to help them.

Aadil Chaudry
Community Member
6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i am speachless ....this story has effected my lifestyle...time for spend some to a good cause rather then wasting 200 Dollar everymonth on Marlboro i am done with it!!

Nicole Young
Community Member
6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He is so adroble! I wish I could keep him! So glad he is doing so much better! Than goodness for people like Anja!

Isha Muhammad
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My eyes tear up every time I read this story... We need more people like her!!

Cukie
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What the heck who would be evil enough to do such a thing to another human being?!? Poor kid

Anna Salerno
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Praise the Lord that this precious baby was rescued and saved. He is a beautiful child of God!

AspieGirl88
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sometimes it makes me so angry & yet so sad that children are made to suffer so needlessly; all because of superstition & their beliefs. The fact that parents can be made to hurt their own child is insufferable. I only wish more could be done to put an end to that suffering... 😒

Joie Anniccharico
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wish i had enough money to adopt them all and a big enough place. My son would love to have brothers, or sister.

Jamie Acree
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is living proof that people really do care. I hope that Hope has a good life.

Loureiro JoΓ£o
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Human Hope restored. This Lady is a real Super-Woman.πŸ™Œ.πŸ™ŒπŸŒŽπŸŒπŸŒ»πŸŒ»πŸ’šπŸ’šπŸ” πŸ’ͺπŸ’ͺ...maybe this boy will be a Nobel Price person, who knows.??

AdofoAsa Marosh
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

May God richly bless this kid and makes him a great man of their glober

Warisul Imam
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am looking forward to see the boy to grow up and advance in helping others as well.

Shakka
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Tchiiiiiiiiip !!! These images are fallacious propaganda ... Lets talk about the greatness and richness of these lands and peoples before the work of invasion, genocide and destruction of Africa by these same Caucasians with caimans's smiles ...

Shakka
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Tchiiiip !! These pictures are fallacious propaganda ... Lets talk about the greatness and richness of these lands and peoples before the work of invasion, genocide and destruction of Africa by these same Caucasians with caimans's smiles ...

yulia missy
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Seriously i'm cry, he has sweet smile and why their parents heartless also choose to believe that they own kid is a witch??

Viktor Dite
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There are people on this earth, that are more holy than angels are! Anja Ringgren has my full respect saving children from such a cruel world. Awesome!

Teleri Nyfain
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe these horrible people (like the parents) should come after some of us REAL witches & see how well they fare.... Hate is a terrible thing.

Prue Carpenter
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why do you always associate witches with evil?.... Witches was the label given to herbal healers that CHRISTIANS were and ARE terrified of. Ignorant , brainwashed, and power crazy Christians.

Tracy Jackson
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's the very least they can do after their wealthy murdered their leaders and stole the resources. If you really wanted to help them give them back their resources so they can take care of themselves.

Ragu Raj
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

warmful thanks to god because there are some people'sare very kind full

Elvy Tan
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So relieving and glad to see such a noble deed that supports the little boy's improvement. Bless him, Anja, and her benevolent organization.

Alicia Rius
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a beautiful gift: a chance in life. What this woman did and all the volunteers out there helping the ones in need is just amazing.

Wendy Bilima
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's so unfortunate how people relate vulnerable circumstances to witchcraft. The story of hope reminds of the so many poor old women who have been accused of witchcraft and killed in cold blood. It's pathetic and yet there is so much in someone like Anja who gives life to the hopeless. God bless you Anja...I hope I one day meet this hero

cloud
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The things that go in the backyard of our world.. We are fortunate there are good people that will always out number the negative.

Jennifer Brackenridge
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This lady deserves all the help and support , to keep this tremendous work up . luv you lady for what you do .

Becky Stacy
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hadn't heard about these children.I'm curious how they think a baby could be a witch

Sez
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this may sound unusual but if there are more children like Hope, this is because maybe their parents do this to provide their children a better life? Hope is going to have a better life than most nigerian kids, thats for sure because now danish organization is with him. Maybe calling them "witch-evil" etc is the way to provide them a better life....

Yuri Purnama
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sabbe satta bhavantu sukhitatta..The Universe bless this maiden..His act looks like a truly mother that we can learn..

LEVI TATE
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I use to spend time in Ghana and where i stayed there was a little girl who seemed a bit crazy and it was said she was a witch. It turned out that 1 of the girls who was staying at the house had been giving her something. As soon as she was asked to leave the little girl was perfectly fine...

Glenna Wheatley
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not to diminish what she did but there are billions of children like him. Helping him does not even count as a drop in the bucket. Tragic.

jacluckycat
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Im sure it's more than a drop in the bucket to this little boy. I understand your point, and it is tragic. But these people are doing all they can to help. Regular people cannot change cultural mores, sociopolitical norms, widespread poverty, etc. All they can do is help one person at a time, and they're doing it. I'm not a religious person, but to me this woman is an everyday saint.

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Branden Hart
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Great to see him come right - so many lost souls out there due to "cultural history" the only truly innocent are the young.

Simon Whitby Brown
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There are so so many kids like this, it's sad that saving just one won't make much of a difference in the grand scheme of things. I am glad we are making inroads into destabilising these myths and traditions of 'Witchcraft' which are so harmful to so many though.

Yahna Brewer
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think it made a big difference in Hope's life. I'm greatful she doesn't have your "why bother?" attitude. She's making a difference one life at a time! I think she's right where she needs to be, and where she belongs. Keep up your work, the kids need and appreciate you!

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Johnathan M
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Absolutely beautiful... I hope to meet you one day... as I have met you in spirit this day. :)

Sasy
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is wonderful, what was also really amazing to see, is how much happier she looks, so relaxed and natural, more so than a year ago, he has brought her much joy.

Anton Beton
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am in the same situation and I hope someone will help me soon, as I don't have much time left. I have already near death experiences.

Anton Beton
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am in the same situation. I hope someone will save me soon, as I don't have much time left. I have already near death experiences.

Dolly Clinard
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a wonderful outcome and a fantastic group of people who help these children

Silvia Jorge
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ignorance is the enemy. When enough people value their own opinions and beliefs over hard evidence and facts, we're all f****d.

Derpy Bob
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The worst part is that with politics right now, anti Semitic hate crime at a record high, and WBC etc. the witch hunt's going pretty global.

Pol Macqueron
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This story that made me realized how awful mankind can be. But thi shows that after all it is incredible. My faith in love is restored

Denise Melek
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe people who keep nagging about slow waiters and bad quality of dinner in their wellness hotel could do that work a few weeks..

Samuel Avanu
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7 years ago

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Seriously White people stop showing fake images because there's a big difference between the 2 picture and the first picture was from Congo when kids were starving The second picture is a kid walking to school in the picture is from Ghana stop showing negative s**t about Africa and you white people at the main reason Africa is still in the same old s**t every time they said give money to Africa the money will always end up in the White man's pocket

Chris Gen
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Samuel, please post your sources so we can also see where you get your information, blanket statements are pretty useless

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Samuel Avanu
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7 years ago

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Seriously White people stop showing fake images because there's a big difference between the 2 picture and the first picture was from Congo when kids were starving The second picture is a kid walking to school in the picture is from Ghana stop showing negative s**t about Africa and you white people at the main reason Africa is still in the same old s**t every time they said give money to Africa the money will always end up in the White man's pocket so f**k off with the negativity about Africa

Efi Nicoloudi
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7 years ago

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Somebody must tell to this kind of ... parents, that f*****g is evil/black magic Also!!

Stille20
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7 years ago

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I'm a little weirded out by the then and now photos. Like let's recreate the photo of the day you were abandoned by your parents for social media? Maybe I'm being judgemental, but it just hit me wrong.

Kipper Mcgee
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7 years ago

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I hope they grow to be magnificent people and not ungrateful brats.

Ena Nea
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I am wondering would these photos and this story be so popular if she weren't white

Yvonne Bernal
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He is destined for GREAT things in life. God bless Anja, and the organization DINNødhjælp for helping Hope. Also to all the other people on this planet who continue to help in whatever way they can to help end such travesties

Amanda Panda
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"But really, who could accuse this face of anything evil" that's honestly what I want to know. What is it about these kids that makes parents think they are evil? I'm so glad this kid was saved, and so sad there are probably so many more like him.

Alec
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

From a previous report on this story I suspect that the fact that the boy has hypospadias, a slight malformation where the urethra emerges somewhere other than at the tip of the penis may have caused an ignorant/superstitious community to see him as cursed. I'm not defending this, nowhere near it, but you asked what could possibly cause the parents to see a kid as evil, and this is a close to an explanation as I've been able to find.

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Kevin Leslie
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

God bless the unfortunate children of the World and people like Miss Anja ringgren Loven !

Glass Studio Print Stukla
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Every time I remember the photo....omg! Now he looks so happy and loved! Verry happy to see the story.

Cat Meow
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a cutie! It's so great to see him recovering. I hope Hope finds a family who takes him home soon

Rajani Sarasan
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If it wasn't for her, he would've perished.. what a beautiful woman!!! ❀

Janice Ashworth
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

when I first saw this story, a year ago it broke my heart, I couldnt get that image out of my head, I cried so hard, have lost my little girl to a bad heart when she was only 20 months old, I cant understand how anyone anywhere could ever treat this little boy so badly. but to see him now, is fantastic, what a beautiful little man. Anja, you are an Angel, thank you for doing what you do xxxxxxx

Meeow
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So freaking cute, thanks to this woman and their camp did a good job for saving these children. Keep doing what you are doing!

Britany Hartin
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm glad for what they do, but I can't stop thinking about how they could have picked a better name for him.

jacluckycat
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hope seems like a perfect name for the boy, given his circumstances in life.

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Duncan Crozier
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's beautiful that hope had a chance but the lady who made it happen is an angel x

Desi
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is so cute. I hope others will be influenced to do great things for others because of this! They've spent so much effort on this one boy because each life matters. Thank you.

Tillie Martinussen
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I know, right? Me too! He''s adorable. This story has made me cry so many times. I do hope he gets to grow up strong and loved. Truly.

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Pi...
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes, I remember that picture...and that face. But now, I will remember the transformation picture and the face of hope and humanity! :)

Mathilde MyklΓΈy
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

DINNΓΈdhjelp does not translate to "Your relief", it translates to "Your Emergency Help" or "Your. Emergency Care".

Morten
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is the literal translation. However relief is a more accurate translation of the actual meaning of DinNødhjælp. (Src: Danish copywriter based in London)

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Cindy Brinker
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It’s a shame that children suffer because of the stupidity of adults and parents

Lorraine Cyr
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe this little boy will grow up to be a doctor. That woman that saved him is an ANGEL.

Marilyn Bojanowski
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is amazing! I hope one day when I'm older I can adopt a kid who needs a home as much as this kid did. God bless! <3

Hans Van Der Veen
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fortunately, good things are still happening in this totally ruined World.

Pacifico Fernandez
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Time for him to learn how to drink from a bottle on his own, eh? Just kidding - lots of love for this lady and her kids

Tamey Harper
Community Member
6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

God bless him and the other children all over the world going through hardships like this. I’m so glad there are people out there with good hearts and the resources to help them.

Aadil Chaudry
Community Member
6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i am speachless ....this story has effected my lifestyle...time for spend some to a good cause rather then wasting 200 Dollar everymonth on Marlboro i am done with it!!

Nicole Young
Community Member
6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He is so adroble! I wish I could keep him! So glad he is doing so much better! Than goodness for people like Anja!

Isha Muhammad
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My eyes tear up every time I read this story... We need more people like her!!

Cukie
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What the heck who would be evil enough to do such a thing to another human being?!? Poor kid

Anna Salerno
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Praise the Lord that this precious baby was rescued and saved. He is a beautiful child of God!

AspieGirl88
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sometimes it makes me so angry & yet so sad that children are made to suffer so needlessly; all because of superstition & their beliefs. The fact that parents can be made to hurt their own child is insufferable. I only wish more could be done to put an end to that suffering... 😒

Joie Anniccharico
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wish i had enough money to adopt them all and a big enough place. My son would love to have brothers, or sister.

Jamie Acree
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is living proof that people really do care. I hope that Hope has a good life.

Loureiro JoΓ£o
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Human Hope restored. This Lady is a real Super-Woman.πŸ™Œ.πŸ™ŒπŸŒŽπŸŒπŸŒ»πŸŒ»πŸ’šπŸ’šπŸ” πŸ’ͺπŸ’ͺ...maybe this boy will be a Nobel Price person, who knows.??

AdofoAsa Marosh
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

May God richly bless this kid and makes him a great man of their glober

Warisul Imam
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am looking forward to see the boy to grow up and advance in helping others as well.

Shakka
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Tchiiiiiiiiip !!! These images are fallacious propaganda ... Lets talk about the greatness and richness of these lands and peoples before the work of invasion, genocide and destruction of Africa by these same Caucasians with caimans's smiles ...

Shakka
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Tchiiiip !! These pictures are fallacious propaganda ... Lets talk about the greatness and richness of these lands and peoples before the work of invasion, genocide and destruction of Africa by these same Caucasians with caimans's smiles ...

yulia missy
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Seriously i'm cry, he has sweet smile and why their parents heartless also choose to believe that they own kid is a witch??

Viktor Dite
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There are people on this earth, that are more holy than angels are! Anja Ringgren has my full respect saving children from such a cruel world. Awesome!

Teleri Nyfain
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe these horrible people (like the parents) should come after some of us REAL witches & see how well they fare.... Hate is a terrible thing.

Prue Carpenter
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why do you always associate witches with evil?.... Witches was the label given to herbal healers that CHRISTIANS were and ARE terrified of. Ignorant , brainwashed, and power crazy Christians.

Tracy Jackson
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's the very least they can do after their wealthy murdered their leaders and stole the resources. If you really wanted to help them give them back their resources so they can take care of themselves.

Ragu Raj
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

warmful thanks to god because there are some people'sare very kind full

Elvy Tan
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So relieving and glad to see such a noble deed that supports the little boy's improvement. Bless him, Anja, and her benevolent organization.

Alicia Rius
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a beautiful gift: a chance in life. What this woman did and all the volunteers out there helping the ones in need is just amazing.

Wendy Bilima
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's so unfortunate how people relate vulnerable circumstances to witchcraft. The story of hope reminds of the so many poor old women who have been accused of witchcraft and killed in cold blood. It's pathetic and yet there is so much in someone like Anja who gives life to the hopeless. God bless you Anja...I hope I one day meet this hero

cloud
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The things that go in the backyard of our world.. We are fortunate there are good people that will always out number the negative.

Jennifer Brackenridge
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This lady deserves all the help and support , to keep this tremendous work up . luv you lady for what you do .

Becky Stacy
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hadn't heard about these children.I'm curious how they think a baby could be a witch

Sez
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this may sound unusual but if there are more children like Hope, this is because maybe their parents do this to provide their children a better life? Hope is going to have a better life than most nigerian kids, thats for sure because now danish organization is with him. Maybe calling them "witch-evil" etc is the way to provide them a better life....

Yuri Purnama
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sabbe satta bhavantu sukhitatta..The Universe bless this maiden..His act looks like a truly mother that we can learn..

LEVI TATE
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I use to spend time in Ghana and where i stayed there was a little girl who seemed a bit crazy and it was said she was a witch. It turned out that 1 of the girls who was staying at the house had been giving her something. As soon as she was asked to leave the little girl was perfectly fine...

Glenna Wheatley
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not to diminish what she did but there are billions of children like him. Helping him does not even count as a drop in the bucket. Tragic.

jacluckycat
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Im sure it's more than a drop in the bucket to this little boy. I understand your point, and it is tragic. But these people are doing all they can to help. Regular people cannot change cultural mores, sociopolitical norms, widespread poverty, etc. All they can do is help one person at a time, and they're doing it. I'm not a religious person, but to me this woman is an everyday saint.

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Branden Hart
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Great to see him come right - so many lost souls out there due to "cultural history" the only truly innocent are the young.

Simon Whitby Brown
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There are so so many kids like this, it's sad that saving just one won't make much of a difference in the grand scheme of things. I am glad we are making inroads into destabilising these myths and traditions of 'Witchcraft' which are so harmful to so many though.

Yahna Brewer
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think it made a big difference in Hope's life. I'm greatful she doesn't have your "why bother?" attitude. She's making a difference one life at a time! I think she's right where she needs to be, and where she belongs. Keep up your work, the kids need and appreciate you!

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Johnathan M
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Absolutely beautiful... I hope to meet you one day... as I have met you in spirit this day. :)

Sasy
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is wonderful, what was also really amazing to see, is how much happier she looks, so relaxed and natural, more so than a year ago, he has brought her much joy.

Anton Beton
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am in the same situation and I hope someone will help me soon, as I don't have much time left. I have already near death experiences.

Anton Beton
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am in the same situation. I hope someone will save me soon, as I don't have much time left. I have already near death experiences.

Dolly Clinard
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a wonderful outcome and a fantastic group of people who help these children

Silvia Jorge
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ignorance is the enemy. When enough people value their own opinions and beliefs over hard evidence and facts, we're all f****d.

Derpy Bob
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The worst part is that with politics right now, anti Semitic hate crime at a record high, and WBC etc. the witch hunt's going pretty global.

Pol Macqueron
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This story that made me realized how awful mankind can be. But thi shows that after all it is incredible. My faith in love is restored

Denise Melek
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe people who keep nagging about slow waiters and bad quality of dinner in their wellness hotel could do that work a few weeks..

Samuel Avanu
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7 years ago

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Seriously White people stop showing fake images because there's a big difference between the 2 picture and the first picture was from Congo when kids were starving The second picture is a kid walking to school in the picture is from Ghana stop showing negative s**t about Africa and you white people at the main reason Africa is still in the same old s**t every time they said give money to Africa the money will always end up in the White man's pocket

Chris Gen
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Samuel, please post your sources so we can also see where you get your information, blanket statements are pretty useless

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Samuel Avanu
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7 years ago

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Seriously White people stop showing fake images because there's a big difference between the 2 picture and the first picture was from Congo when kids were starving The second picture is a kid walking to school in the picture is from Ghana stop showing negative s**t about Africa and you white people at the main reason Africa is still in the same old s**t every time they said give money to Africa the money will always end up in the White man's pocket so f**k off with the negativity about Africa

Efi Nicoloudi
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7 years ago

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Somebody must tell to this kind of ... parents, that f*****g is evil/black magic Also!!

Stille20
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7 years ago

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I'm a little weirded out by the then and now photos. Like let's recreate the photo of the day you were abandoned by your parents for social media? Maybe I'm being judgemental, but it just hit me wrong.

Kipper Mcgee
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7 years ago

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I hope they grow to be magnificent people and not ungrateful brats.

Ena Nea
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7 years ago

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I am wondering would these photos and this story be so popular if she weren't white

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