Beyond The Orphanage~ A Journey of Hope And Aspirations

This book creates awareness of care leavers in Ghana, that is, young people who have left care homes to live on their own. For too long, our focus has only been on supporting children in residential homes and not entirely on care leavers. In this book, the author brings to light the grim truth that without society’s support, the future of care leavers’ is unpleasant. The let-it-all-hang-out honesty made her writing not only accessible but relatable, for beneath all the scenes and fantastic stories were recognizable human characters and emotions. This book is highly original. I think it makes the weather on so many vital topics, such as the real scuffles of care leavers.

While it may make some people (including experts and the media) uncomfortable, we need not just read, but listen as well. The book blends timeless and relevant knowledge, in the here and now, and ahead of its time. xvii Through honest communication and tenacious playfulness, Deborah boldly and bravely seeks, through her writing, to be the voice of the numerous care leavers in the world. I am privileged to write the foreword for Deborah, a close friend, and someone who inspires me to work harder.