Abingdonian 2020

52 The Abingdonian Charities Committee The last year has been a productive year for the Charities Committee despite disruption caused by the pandemic. The committee has remained passionate about supporting both local and international charities and we raised a total of £6,500 to distribute to the following charities: Save The Children: The world’s leading independent children’s organisation. For nearly 100 years their priorities have been determined solely by the needs of children, not by any political, religious or commercial affiliations. Their aim is to stand side by side with children in the toughest places to be a child. They do whatever it takes to make sure they survive, get protection when they’re in danger, and have the chance to learn. UNICEF: UNICEF is mandated by the United Nations General Assembly to advocate for the protection of children’s rights, to help meet their basic needs and to expand their opportunities to reach their full potential. UNICEF is guided by the Convention on the Rights of the Child and strives to establish children’s rights as enduring ethical principles and international standards of behaviour towards children. UNICEF insists that the survival, protection and development of children are universal development imperatives that are integral to human progress. Abingdon Bridge: Their counselling team work with about 100 different young people per year. The Abingdon Bridge also supports about 700 students within local secondary