Shamindani Fernando, Catholic Care for Children Sri Lanka, says although institutions like the ones she works in do many great things for children, like providing education, food, a safe place to live, and more. However, she says children absolutely need families to shower them with individual attention and love. Watch this short video to find out why:
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