SERVICES AVAILABLE FOR ORPHANS AND VULNERABLE CHILDREN IN ENUGU STATE
Abstract
This study sought to find out services available for orphans and vulnerable children in Enugu State and the social workers’ roles in the provision of services for the OVC. The study revealed among other things, that conditions of OVC in Enugu are deplorable as they are exposed to neglect, violence, exploitation and all forms of abuse. The study revealed that NGOs intervention in assisting the OVC is not only necessary but also an indication of societal positive response to the situation and government failure to provide a comprehensive and realistic community oriented framework for the OVC. Furthermore, social workers involvement is needed in ameliorating the problems of the OVC in Enugu. Finally, it was recommended that all levels through advocacy and social mobilization increase the access of OVC to essential services (health, education, nutrition, medical, shelter and psycho-social) and ensure the involvement of trained social workers in the provision of service of OVC in the society.
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