Our mission and values
Our mission is to rescue children in crisis through comprehensive, evidence-based responses to their most urgent needs. We work on a simple principle: help should not stop at the here and now — it should build a sustainable system of support that genuinely changes lives.

At the centre of our work is the child's safety, health, nutrition, education and rights. We do not believe in temporary handouts: we do not hand out toys or sweets to children in the slums when what they lack is protein and clean water. Instead we develop evidence-based methods and programmes that give every child what full development requires — from food and clothing to modern education and psychological support.

Our values are respect for the individuality of every child, belief in their potential, a systematic and accountable approach, and a readiness to work alongside families, communities, governments and international organisations. We work transparently, honestly and professionally, so that every initiative leads to real improvement.
We want no child to be left alone with what they are facing, and we want society to learn to see the root causes of childhood crises and address them.
Executive Board
  • Vadim Markin
  • Oksana Azanova
  • Ekaterina Mashina
  • Tatiana Trishkina
  • Anton Solenkov
  • Helena Izhboldina
  • Anna Klepalova
Team
Our staff and long-term volunteers
  • Vadim Markin
    President
  • Oksana Azanova
    Chief Executive Officer
  • Ekaterina Mashina
    Founder
  • Oreshkova Maria
    Board Secretary