Parenta Trust news NEWS CPD eLearning courses With the festive season upon us, and thoughts of charity and those less fortunate than us at the forefront of our minds, we take a look at how our charity, Parenta Trust, changes the lives of hundreds of children who attend Parenta Trust schools in deprived areas of the world. It’s hard to believe, but in so many third world countries, pre-school children are denied a basic education. In the poorest of areas, children are sent out to fetch water, carry out domestic chores and look after their siblings. Very often, this means that they miss out on not only a pre-school education, but subsequent additional education throughout their childhood…and beyond.. It doesn’t sound much to you or me, but for as little as 56 pence a day, a child’s life can be changed – meaning they can look forward to a much brighter future. The Parenta Trust sponsorship programme gives disadvantaged pre-school children the chance to lay the foundations for their learning in a safe and loving environment. Having a fundamental education means these young children can break out of the cycle of poverty and look forward to a much more positive future. Sponsorship plays a huge role in shaping the lives of young pre-school boys and girls across the world. With the support of their sponsors, the children are given an optimistic start to their life and receive a pre-school education, with its effects lasting a lifetime. Each sponsored child benefits from a pre-school education, a school uniform, a daily hot meal, school supplies and the knowledge that someone really cares. Sponsor a Parenta Trust child and make their future brighter... today. Other ways to support the work of Parenta Trust The Parenta Trust holds many fundraising activities throughout the year, the highlight of which is a highoctane car rally from Maidstone via the Alps to Monaco. During <strong>2019</strong>, the Trust raised over £20,000 through a variety of these events, from making pancakes to breakfasts and even pub quizzes! Not forgetting of course, the main event of the year, the rally. Find out how you can support the work of Parenta Trust and keep up-to-date with the latest events by following @ParentaTrust on social media. “Sponsoring a Parenta Trust child is so rewarding. To know that our support gives hope to a child and that we can change their lives for the better, is incredible. You form a special connection with your sponsored child and are able to share in their milestones as they grow. In fact, you’ll soon find that your sponsored child feels like a part of your own family! Each year, we receive a couple of letters from them as well as a card at Christmas time. The children that we sponsor love to hear from us! One of the most rewarding things about sponsoring a child is when that letter arrives and you hear about what they’ve been up to and how you have helped them. It fills you with pride and happiness!” Allan Presland, CEO of Parenta and founder of Parenta Trust explains how sponsorship saved Bridget’s life... We met Bridget on a trip to Uganda in 2014. Nothing could’ve prepared us for her story but, sadly, her case is not a one-off. Bridget was rescued from a shrine where she was about to be sacrificed by her parents. Saved at the last moment from a shocking fate, she now attends one of our pre-schools where she can lead a happy and safe life. She is cared for, has a sponsor and has the education she needs to brighten her future. There are many more vulnerable children like Bridget who need your help. By sponsoring a pre-school child, you make a real difference to their lives. Continuing Professional Development eLearning courses Whether you are a manager looking to support your staff by enhancing their knowledge, or looking at developing your own career, when you study one of Parenta’s online CPD courses, you study in your own time and at your own pace – all from the comfort of your own home! Our full list of eLearning and eBook courses can be found on our website: parenta.com START YOUR TRAINING parenta.com/parenta-online-courses 6 Parenta.com CPD accredited Study at your pace Affordable No classes to attend