CENTRE FOR EMPOWERMENT AND LIFE TRANSFORMATION

CELTRA, a shelter program works with children in the disadvantaged, raw emotional state. This shelter is a safe haven for these children after going through emotional and physical abuse. Feelings of shame, guilt, self-blame, embarrassment, and confusion underlie the unrefined feeling of anger. Thus, this child is burdened by overwhelming emotions during a period in life that should be untroubled and carefree. As a result, they need specific therapies and counseling tailored to their trauma-based needs. CELTRA provides shelter, counseling, and other needs to these children. The first step in children’s counseling has to be a safe and friendly environment. This is an ongoing program to address the special needs of a traumatized child who is either abandoned or sexually abused. Since many children in our community witness and are victims of domestic and sexual abuse each day in their own homes and neighborhoods, we believe that this program plays a vital role in providing a safe place for them to overcome their trauma. CELTRA values the empowerment of young lives through advocacy and support. Abuse is a learned behavior, and without intervention, it will cycle from generation to generation. This program helps children learn that abuse is not an acceptable part of a healthy relationship.