FARSO - Building Communities, Empowering Lives. Empowering People. Transforming Communities.

★ Registered NGO Since 2001

Rehabilitating Street Children & Orphans in Ghana

The Faith Association for the Rehabilitation of Street Children and Orphans (FARSO) creates safe, healthy environments for orphans, needy children, youth, and women - without discrimination.

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2001

Founded

25+

Years of Service

10+

Countries Engaged

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Lives Impacted

Our Mission

Building Brighter Futures Together

FARSO is committed to rehabilitating orphans, needy children, youth, women, and all marginalized persons in environments that are conducive, safe, and healthy.

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Child Rehabilitation

Providing safe shelter, education, and emotional support to street children and orphans, helping them reintegrate into society with dignity and hope.

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Women Empowerment

Equipping women with vocational skills, entrepreneurship training, and resources for self-actualization and economic sufficiency.

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Environmental Conservation

Leading climate change initiatives, biodiversity conservation, water management, and desertification mitigation across Ghana.

About Us

Our Story of Compassion & Service

Who We Are

The Faith Association for the Rehabilitation of Street Children and Orphans

FARSO was established through the instrumentality of a professional social worker and a nurse residing in Maryland, Baltimore, USA. The founders were deeply moved by the plight of children who are orphans, underprivileged and marginalized in society, as well as women living in poverty-stricken conditions in deprived rural communities.

The organization was registered as a civil society non-profit voluntary charity on January 31st, 2001, with the Department of Companies Registrar. It is also registered as a charity organization with the Department of Social Welfare and Manpower Development and recognized by the Tema Municipal Assembly in the Greater Accra Region.

FARSO has the mandate to support urban and rural communities towards their social and economic upliftment. We offer assistance to the deprived, elderly, and women for their self-actualization and economic sufficiency.

🎯 Main Goal

To rehabilitate orphans, needy children, youth, women and other sections of persons in an environment conducive, safe, and healthy above all standards without discrimination.

Our Approach

Environmental Integration

We believe the environment is an integral part of humankind's social and economic alleviation.

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Climate Change

Professional young environmental workers addressing climate change issues through community education and policy advocacy.

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Biodiversity Conservation

Protecting Ghana's rich natural heritage through tree-planting campaigns, school greening, and habitat restoration projects.

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Water Management

Promoting water integrity and sustainable management practices in both urban and rural communities across Ghana.

What We Do

Our Roles & Activities

Programs

Comprehensive Community Support

FARSO focuses on social education and welfare initiatives that transform lives and build resilient communities.

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Health & Sanitation

Promoting health and sanitation awareness through community seminars, workshops, and lectures on reproductive health and hygiene practices.

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Environmental Conservation

Leading tree-planting campaigns, school greening initiatives, and climate change education to protect our planet for future generations.

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Child Rights & Protection

Advocating for child rights, providing counseling and support for vulnerable children, and educating communities on child protection laws.

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Women's Empowerment

Promoting gender equity, girls' education, and women's economic independence through skills training and advocacy programs.

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Responsible Parenting

Organizing workshops and lectures on responsible parenting, family planning, and community awareness to strengthen family bonds.

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Human Rights Advocacy

Educating communities on international human rights conventions and advocating for the rights of marginalized and vulnerable persons.

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Relief & Support

Distributing clothing, relief supplies, and essential materials to needy children, orphanages, single mothers, and persons with disabilities.

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Vocational Training

Equipping disadvantaged individuals with practical skills such as batik making, dressmaking, and handicrafts for income generation.

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Infrastructure Development

Supporting community infrastructure projects including schools, clinics, sanitation facilities, and farms for sustainable development.

Capacity Building

Building Skills & Opportunities

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Educational Exchanges

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Ecotourism Activities

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Research Initiatives

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Human Rights Events

Activity Plan

2026 Human Rights Action Plan

A comprehensive year-long calendar of human rights activities addressing vulnerable children and communities.

Monthly Calendar

Year-Round Human Rights Initiatives

Each month focuses on a critical human rights theme with targeted activities, community engagement, and legal awareness.

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January — Human Rights Awareness & Child Protection

• Launch annual Human Rights Program
• Community sensitization on children's rights
• Distribute IEC materials
• School outreach programs

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February — Prevention of Child Trafficking

• Awareness campaign on child trafficking
• Community dialogue on safe migration
• Stakeholder engagement
• School outreach programs

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March — Gender Equality & Women's Rights

• Activities aligned with International Women's Day
• Advocacy against child marriage and discrimination
• Community education sessions
• Women's empowerment workshops

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April — Child Abuse Prevention

• Community awareness on physical, emotional and sexual abuse
• Parenting education sessions
• School safety programs
• Reporting mechanism education

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May — Drug & Substance Abuse Prevention

• Community campaigns
• Peer education programs
• Rehabilitation referral support
• School-based awareness

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June — Child Labour Elimination

• Activities for World Day Against Child Labour
• School sensitization
• Employer sensitization
• Community engagement

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July — Access to Justice & Legal Rights

• Legal aid clinics
• Community dialogues
• Stakeholder engagement meetings
• Referral services

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August — Disability Rights & Inclusion

• Inclusive education advocacy
• Accessibility audits
• Skills training programs
• Community sensitization

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September — Violence Against Children Prevention

• Community campaigns against violence
• School safety programs
• Counseling services
• Reporting mechanism education

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October — Human Trafficking, Online Safety & Child Exploitation

• Digital safety education
• Cybercrime awareness
• Community workshops
• School-based programs

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November — Child Participation & Civic Engagement

• Human Rights Debate Competitions
• Children's forums
• Community dialogues
• Civic education programs

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December — Human Rights Review & International Human Rights Day

• Annual program review
• Recognition of child rights champions
• Community celebrations
• 2027 action plan development

Achievements

Our Impact & Milestones

Milestones

Programs & Projects Implemented

Over two decades of dedicated service to communities across Ghana and beyond.

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Essay Competition

Organized an essay competition for schools in Tema Newtown with support from the UN Information Centre and Rotary Club Tema.

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Improved Cooking Stoves

Launched an improved cooking-stove project for women in partnership with an international organization.

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Agro-Diversity Projects

Established agro-diversity projects to support long-term sustainability and food security in rural communities.

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Tree Planting Campaigns

Undertaken extensive tree-planting and school greening campaigns across multiple communities in Ghana.

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Television Documentary

Produced a television documentary to raise environmental awareness and support the rehabilitation of street children.

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Educational Textbooks

Developed textbooks for junior high schools to improve the quality of education in underserved communities.

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Flooding Research

Carried out significant research on flooding in Tema communities to inform policy and mitigation strategies.

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Vulnerable Group Support

Mobilized assistance for needy children, orphanages, single mothers, youth, and persons with disabilities.

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Land Acquisition

Acquired land at Essumeja-Bakwai for a branch office and vocational training center to expand our reach.

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Computer Laboratory

Establishing a computer laboratory to enhance digital literacy among children and bridge the technology gap.

Global Reach

International Engagement

FARSO has strengthened its global presence through participation in major international environmental conferences and conventions.

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Egypt

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UAE

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Switzerland

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Germany

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Poland

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United Kingdom

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Saudi Arabia

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Cote d'Ivoire

Gallery

Moments of Impact

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COP28 UAE

GLOGEN Partnership

COP28 Expo City

Climate Advocacy

International Partners

COP28 Team

Ghana Representation

Ottawa, Canada

Conference Meeting

Panel Discussion

BADEA - Together for Africa

Our Children

COP30 Brasil

COP16 Riyadh

Improved Cookstoves

Community Event

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Contact Information

Let's Connect

Whether you are interested in partnering with us, making a donation, or simply learning more about our work, we are here to help.

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Mr. David Kweku Amankwah EdusahCEO - FARSO

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Office LocationTema Circuit Court / Bediako - Ashaiman, Ghana

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Telephone+233-0303-205510

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Mobile+233(303)020259980

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General Inquiriesinfo@farso.org | info@farsoghana.org

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Sponsorship / Donationsupport@farso.org

💰 Bank Details

Bankers: National Investment Bank (NIB), GT Bank, Access Bank, Ghana Commercial Bank - Tema

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