misión méxico children's refuge

In November 2000, Alan and Pamela Skuse left their home on the Sunshine Coast in Australia, to volunteer at an orphanage in Tapachula for twelve months. The organisation they were assisting closed down after six months, leaving the Skuses with a life changing decision. To return to Australia, or take on the overwhelming challenge of caring for the remaining seven children full time.

The thought of leaving the kids, who would go back to the streets, and lives of abuse, was not an option. So despite the lack of resources and support, Pam and Alan decided to take on the huge responsibility of establishing their own refuge.

’Albergue, Misión México, Dando Amor, Vida y Esperanza’ (Refuge, Mission Mexico, Giving Love, Life and Hope) was formed, with the dream of creating a family environment, rather than an institution.

	Join the wave! - 5 May 2013 Join our wave! On June 20th be part of a Mexican wave from Cornwall to Tapachula, to raise money for the children of Mision Mexico on International Surf Day! Read More...
	Vacancy for a Financial Trustee - 1 May 2013 We are looking for a skilled financier/accountant to volunteer with us at Misión México (UK) and join our excellent Board of Trustees. Read More...
	Trustee with background in Fundraising wanted for the Misión Mexico (UK) Board - 7 April 2013 Misión Mexico (UK) is looking for an experienced Fundraiser to join our Board of Trustees. Read More...
	Joy Beans raises over $2000 for our children!! - 2 April 2013 Joy Beans Coffee has raised over $2000 for our children via their Facebook campaign - muchas gracias to Ben and Patty Glennon for organising this and being so wonderfully supportive of us. Read More...