Children in Crisis
Children in Crisis is a non-profit organization aimed at improving the lives of children and women from underprivileged backgrounds in third-world countries. It is headquartered in London, England.Patronage
It was founded by Sarah, Duchess of York, who remains life president. Her daughter, Princess Beatrice of York, has served as Ambassador of Children in Crisis since 2007. Alongside Beatrice, her second daughter, Princess Eugenie of York, attended the fundraising annual dinner in March 2011.
The vice-presidents are: Paul Szkiler, Grahame Harding, Olivier de Givenchy and Mark Olbrich.
The Board of Trustees comprises:
- Alasdair Haynes.
- Alexandra Buxton.
- Ron Friend.
- Deborah Helsby.
- Frances Prenn.
- Julia Streets.
- Anthony Wallersteiner.
- James Henderson.
Overview
In 2005, it worked with other partners in Afghanistan to provide education for children who had been unable to attend school. It also helped HIV/AIDS education in Sierra Leone. and with schools in East Timor.