Chosen: The Child-Led Sponsorship Programme

Chosen is an extraordinary innovation from Wahana Visi Indonesia (WVI), a humanitarian organisation that's long contributed to improving the well-being of Indonesian children. Unlike conventional child sponsorship programmes, Chosen flips the script: now the child chooses their sponsor, not the other way around. This concept grants children the freedom and dignity to decide who they want as a sponsor on their life journey.

By empowering children to make such important decisions, the Chosen programme psychologically boosts their self-confidence, self-esteem, and sense of ownership in their life's transformation. This is why child-chosen sponsorship is a revolutionary and humane approach to poverty alleviation and empowering future generations.

Why Children Choosing Sponsors is a Breakthrough

In many sponsorship programmes, children are usually passive recipients, simply getting a sponsor based on the organisation's decision. However, children choosing sponsors in the Chosen programme reflects the value of inclusion and child participation in making decisions that affect their own future.

For children living in hardship and poverty, the right to choose is often something they don't have. In this context, giving a child the opportunity to choose is a huge step in giving them back control over their lives. That's the core of the Chosen programme: reigniting children's hope and sense of control over their destiny.

How Does This Child-Chosen Sponsorship Programme Work?

The Chosen programme's process is simple yet deeply meaningful:

• Donors register as child sponsors through Wahana Visi Indonesia.

• In specific locations, children enrolled in the programme gather and are given the opportunity to choose photos of the sponsors they'd like.

• The child's choice is then communicated to the sponsor as a token of the child's appreciation and trust in their prospective sponsor.

Through this process, children learn about decision-making, responsibility, and relationships. They feel a sense of control over the changes in their lives, not just as recipients of aid but as active participants in their journey out of poverty.

Positive Impact of the Chosen Programme on Children and Sponsors

The Chosen programme isn't just about financial aid; it's a comprehensive initiative covering children's health, education, protection, and spirituality. For just £250,000 per month, sponsors help children gain:

• Access to nutritious food and clean water

• Education and life skills training

• Basic health checks and medical treatment

• Protection from risks of violence and disaster

• Leadership development and mentoring

Through interactions like exchanging letters and prayers, the relationship between sponsor and child becomes more personal and meaningful. This proves that the Chosen programme brings about change not only for the children but also for the sponsors, who experience growth in empathy and spirituality.

Child Sponsorship: A Long-Term Social Investment

According to various studies, child sponsorship is one of the most effective forms of long-term social intervention. Its effects even go beyond direct cash assistance, as it encompasses holistic character development and community building. Through sustained support, children in disadvantaged areas can access opportunities they might never have imagined.

In many communities supported by WVI, child sponsorship programmes have proven to increase school attendance rates, lower rates of child marriage, and reduce malnutrition figures. Through the active involvement of communities and sponsors, this programme offers a concrete solution to significant challenges such as poverty, lack of access to education, and child vulnerability.

How to Join the Chosen Programme

Joining the Chosen programme as a child sponsor is very easy. Simply visit the official Wahana Visi Indonesia - Chosen Programme website and follow the registration guide for sponsors. You can choose to support children from various regions across Indonesia, including remote areas that need immediate assistance.

After registering, you'll be contacted with information about the child who has chosen you as their sponsor. This is often a very emotional moment for many sponsors, as they feel valued and selected by a child who genuinely wants their presence in their life.

It's Time to Act with Wahana Visi Indonesia

Change doesn't just happen. It requires courage, compassion, and real commitment. Wahana Visi Indonesia invites you to be a part of this movement for change through the Chosen programme. Become a sponsor chosen by Indonesian children and help them overcome the boundaries of poverty towards a future full of hope.

By becoming part of this programme, you're not just helping one child; you're helping an entire community. You're showing the world that every child has the right to choose, the right to dream, and the right to a future.

Let's Make Hope a Reality Together

There's no investment more valuable than contributing to a child's life. Through the Chosen programme, Wahana Visi Indonesia offers you the chance to be part of a significant change. Because when a child chooses you, it's not just a symbol of trust; it's the beginning of a shared journey towards a better life.

Become part of the Chosen programme today. Help Indonesian children claim their right to choose, dream, and thrive. For more information and to register, visit wahanavisi.org/id/chosen.

Read more about how children choose their sponsors and other inspiring stories on the Wahana Visi Child Sponsorship page.