Inspiration and Resources for Advocates Serving Orphaned and Vulnerable Children

“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves.” —Proverbs 31:8

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Advocacy on behalf of vulnerable children and families brings unique challenges.

From issues of privacy and protection to complicated problems with various responses – we know how challenging it can be to serve in your role as a communicator and advocate.

That’s why we created the Champion Advocate program, an annual commitment for global advocates to grow in their knowledge and understanding of the wider issues affecting orphaned and vulnerable children, accompanied by a Biblical framework for how to communicate deeply-rooted truths into your rhythms of storytelling and communication.

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What is a Champion Advocate?

CAFO Champion Advocates exist to grow and guide the global movement of Christians working together to be God’s answer, through the local church, to care for orphans, vulnerable children and families.

Monthly Resources and Training

Advocates receive monthly resources and quarterly training from CAFO leaders on topics ranging from ethical storytelling and presentation skills, to social media best practices and communicating about Biblical themes in relation to orphan care, like hospitality, abundance, generosity and pure religion.

Spiritual Formation

We believe good fruit grows from deep roots. Advocates who are committed to spiritual formation will find a well of resources to aid their growth by practicing new habits and rhythms each month.

Annual Commitment

Advocates commit to being in the program for the rest of the year and sharing some of the themes and content monthly in their spheres of influence. Advocates also receive free access to OVC Essentials, the Spiritual Formation Calendar or Church Ministry Essentials On Demand!

2024 CHAMPION ADVOCATES PROGRAM

Apply to the 2024 Program

As a member, you have the opportunity to join the program at any point in the year. Please fill out the application below, and a member of our team will be in touch with next steps.

As a CAFO Champion Advocate, you are committing to:

  • Bring awareness to the needs of vulnerable children and families near and far, advocate for Christian collaboration, and help grow and guide the local movement where you live;
  • Communicating at least once each month on behalf of vulnerable children and families -- whether an article or post via personal or organizational/church media channels (blogs, websites, social media, newsletters, etc.);
  • Grow in understanding of key issues in the Christian movement guiding effective solutions for vulnerable children and families, rooted in the local church;
  • Help promote Pure Religion Sunday as a catalyst event for churches in your sphere of influence;
  • Provide feedback at the end of the year to help shape and grow the future of the Champion Advocates Program.

 

CAFO Champion Advocates will receive the following resources and equipping opportunities:

  • Monthly teaching and resources from CAFO on Biblically-based advocacy topics and communications tips;
  • Monthly connection opportunities through the online course platform;
  • Bi-monthly LIVE connection opportunities through Zoom on communications topics and best practices;
  • Special training opportunities for Pure Religion Sunday events;
  • One-year Individual Membership to CAFO, which includes $50 off registration for CAFO2024 in Nashville, TN;
  • Full Scholarship to On-Demand CAFO Academy course of your choice: OVC Essentials, Church Ministry Essentials or Spiritual Formation Calendar Experience;
  • One-on-one coaching (as needed) for Pure Religion Sunday campaigns or event planning.

Champion Advocates 2024

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Name*
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Street and/or Mailing Address*
Please share your primary area of influence.
Based on your answer above, please share your role or position (staff, communications, administrator, ministry leader, etc.)
Please share the social media handles you manage or might contribute to, whether through your personal accounts, church, organization, ministry or network.
Which areas of focus are you most interested in?*
Please check all that apply.
Do you agree to abide by CAFO's Core Commitments:*
Found at: https://cafo.org/about/#commitments
If selected, I agree to become a CAFO Champion Advocate in my sphere of influence until December 31, 2024, when I will be asked to assess and reaffirm my commitment.*
If selected, I agree to permit CAFO to use the information I provided for communications and statistic purposes, including being added to the monthly CAFO Connection newsletter.*
If selected, I agree to abide by the child protection policy in existence for the church/ministry/organization I am serving.*

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