Parents warned not to sell their children

Title A Call to Responsibility Why Parents Shouldn't Sell Their Chil
Children

Introduction

As the National Authority for Child Care (NACC) continues to prioritize the
the welfare of children, it is essential to reinforce a crucial message pa
parents should not abandon their children. The NACC's Executive Director, J
Janella Ejercito Estrada, emphasizes that biological family remains the for
foremost and natural caregiver of children. However, when circumstances bec
become extreme, there is a legal process in place for voluntary surrender.

The Dangers of Abandonment

Abandoning a child poses significant risks to its life, depriving it of the
the right to identity, protection, and belonging. This is not just a person
personal issue; it has far-reaching consequences that can impact a child's 
future. The NACC cites cases where parents or guardians were arrested for s
selling children, highlighting the devastating effects of such actions.

A Humane Solution

Instead of abandoning their children, parents facing extreme circumstances 
can choose to surrender them through the Deed of Voluntary Commitment proce
process. This legal and protective system ensures the child's welfare and f
future are safeguarded. The NACC provides alternative child care programs a
and services for foundlings nationwide, ensuring they receive urgent health
health remedies, searching for biological parents, and issuance of a Certif
Certificate of Live Birth.

A Call to Action

Parents facing difficulties should not abandon their children; instead, the
they can seek help from the government-established system. Municipal or cit
city social workers, safe haven providers, and local government units (LGUs
(LGUs) are all options for surrendering children. It is crucial that parent
parents know that there are people and organizations willing to provide sup
support and guidance.

Misinformation and Sensationalism

The NACC warns against spreading misinformation and sensationalized social 
media content involving foundlings. Only authorities can publicly post a ch
child's image as part of the diligent search process for biological parents
parents and birth information. This emphasizes the importance of verifying 
information before sharing it online.

Conclusion

As we work together to protect children, it is essential that we address th
the root causes of abandonment and promote a culture of responsibility. The
The NACC's message is clear there is no need to abandon children; instead,
instead, seek help from authorities and organizations designed to support f
families in crisis. By working together, we can ensure that every child has
has the right to identity, protection, and belonging.

Key Takeaways

Parents facing extreme circumstances should not abandon their children.
The government-established system provides a humane solution for voluntar
voluntary surrender.
Alternative child care programs and services are available nationwide.
Misinformation and sensationalism can be harmful; only authorities can pu
publicly post a child's image.
Seeking help from authorities and organizations is crucial in addressing 
the root causes of abandonment.

Keywords* National Authority for Child Care, NACC, Foundling Recognitio
Recognition and Protection Law, Deed of Voluntary Commitment, alternative c
child care programs, services for foundlings, surrendering children.

Edward Lance Arellano Lorilla

CEO / Co-Founder

Enjoy the little things in life. For one day, you may look back and realize they were the big things. Many of life's failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.