Workshop on Preventing Sexual Violence In a safe, supportive space, our children and preteens participated in a vital workshop on preventing sexual violence. Led by our team of psychologists, the session provided guidance, encouraged open conversation, and strengthened each child’s sense of self-worth and care. A meaningful step toward fostering awareness, respect, and protection. Exploring Nature Together Nature heals, calms, and inspires. During a peaceful walk through Lar Maná’s gardens, our children connected with the natural world, embracing the serenity ...

Birthdays of the Month March brought us two very special reasons to celebrate — the birthday of our amazing director and one of the children in our care! Nothing makes us happier than seeing their eyes light up and their big, genuine smiles. We planned everything with so much love to make sure this moment was unforgettable and full of affection. Wishing them lots of health, happiness, and a life filled with wonderful achievements! Creativity in Action Our little ones ...

January Vacation and Fun at Lar Maná January was filled with unforgettable moments. The children made the most of their vacation days, exploring the park, the green space, and the field at our home. Always accompanied by our social educators, they had the chance to create lasting memories in a safe and loving environment. A Birthday of Giving: 25 Years, 25 Food Baskets We were honored to receive a special gift from Karine, who chose to celebrate her 25th birthday ...

New Home Recently, we had the joy of witnessing another one of our children find a loving and caring home. This is always a deeply special moment for us, as we closely follow these children’s journeys. Seeing a child who has faced so many challenges finally embraced by a family fills us with gratitude and emotion. Adoption doesn’t just change the life of the adopted child. It also transforms the lives of the adoptive family, creating deep, lasting bonds of ...

Birthdays of the Month November was full of celebrations at Lar Maná! We had five birthday kids, and of course, we threw a fantastic party for them, with dancing, games, and loads of fun! The decorations were courtesy of Elisama Andrade, one of our social educators, who also works as a party decorator. She generously volunteered to donate not only the decorations but also her time and talent to create a beautiful setup, taking care of every detail with so ...

Adoption Announcement We are so happy to announce the adoption of another child! Each time a child leaves, it fills our hearts even though we surely will miss them. It’s comforting to know they now have a loving family. We hope our little princess receives all the love, respect, and care she deserves, and that she is a blessing in the lives of her new parents. May God bless them! Visit to the UFPE IT Center What an inspiring experience ...

Birthdays of the Month July was a month of celebrations! We threw a beautiful party to celebrate another year in the lives of our little ones. These moments are precious opportunities to create lasting memories. One of our children even celebrated his first birthday, making the occasion even more special. May God continue to bless these children with health and happiness! Acampakids Every July, the Church of Christ organizes Acampakids, a children’s camp, right here at Lar Maná. This event ...

Corn Party Fun To keep up with the local tradition, we threw an epic Corn Party, with delicious food, fun games, lively country-style dancing (forró pé de serra), and the presence of children from our community who get educational support from Lar Maná through the Itaú Social project. Throughout the month, we also dove into topics like corn-based foods, the seasons and their impact on corn harvesting, regional culture, and traditional clothing. Every part of our teaching team—robotics, computer literacy, ...