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Partner with us in our mission to eradicate child exploitation and create a world where every child can grow up safe, empowered, and loved. Together, we can give children the future they deserve.

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About Us

Marianco is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting children from the horrors of trafficking, exploitation and abuse. Founded by Francisco Padilla, a former street orphan from Cartagena, Colombia, Marianco is committed to safeguarding the rights of children and ensuring they have a future full of hope and opportunities. We believe that every child deserves to grow up in a world where they are protected, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential.

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Our Focus Areas

  • Children with their arms on each others shoulders looking at a lake

    Combatting Child Trafficking

    Dedicated to ending the horrific practice of child trafficking. Join us in the fight to protect vulnerable children and restore their freedom and dignity.

  • Children in a circle holding hands standing in a circle

    Fighting Against Child Pornography

    Unwavering in our commitment to eradicating child pornography. Stand with us to protect children and eliminate this crime.

  • Children sitting on a wall

    Eradicating Child Prostitution

    Marianco is dedicated to ending child prostitution. Stand with us to protect children and give them the future they deserve.

What We Do

  • Protection

    We work to prevent child trafficking through education and community awareness programs.

  • Education

    Organizing educational workshops, scholarships, and mentoring programs to help individuals grow.

  • Empowerment

    Fostering economic independence by providing skills training and community support.

Our Sponsors

  • Gaddr
  • Flower Work
  • Daylited

A World in Peril
The Alarming Reality of Child Exploitation

Alarming Numbers

  • 1.2 million

    Children trafficked annually

  • 1 million

    Children in commercial sex trade

  • 70% - 80%

    Child trafficking victims are girls

  • 69 million

    Reports of abuse images annually

    • * These numbers vary across sources, and actual figures can be challenging to verify due to the hidden nature of these crimes

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Featured Articles

Discover our latest insights, research, and stories about protecting children and creating lasting change.

Marianco: Championing a Safer Future for Vulnerable Children

November 20, 2024

Marianco: Championing a Safer Future for Vulnerable Children

Marianco is a non-profit organization dedicated to combating child trafficking, pedophilia, and exploitation. Inspired by Francisco Padilla, a former street orphan, Marianco provides comprehensive support to vulnerable children, including shelter, education, healthcare, and counseling. The organization aims to create a world where every child is safe and has the opportunity to reach their full potential. Child trafficking, pedophilia, and related forms of exploitation are pressing issues that strip millions of children of their rights, safety, and dignity. Marianco recognizes the urgency of addressing this crisis and is committed to disrupting cycles of exploitation by raising awareness, advocating for stricter laws, and creating prevention and rehabilitation programs. Their short-term goals include raising awareness, building partnerships, fundraising, developing rehabilitation centers, offering legal aid, and creating educational programs. Marianco is preparing to launch an advocacy campaign to educate communities about child trafficking and how to prevent it. With your support, Marianco can turn these plans into reality and create a world where children are safe, loved, and empowered.

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Empowering Children Through Safe Spaces and Education

December 30, 2024

Empowering Children Through Safe Spaces and Education

Empowering Children Through Safe Spaces and Education focuses on how safe spaces and education for vulnerable children can empower those who face challenges such as trauma, abuse, and exploitation. At Marianco, our mission is to create safe and supportive environments that promote healing and emotional well-being for children, ensuring they have the tools to reclaim their lives and build a brighter future. This blog discusses the importance of safe spaces for children, which serve as sanctuaries where they can recover from trauma, feel valued, and express themselves creatively. We also emphasize how access to education is crucial in helping children break free from cycles of poverty and abuse, giving them opportunities to learn and grow. Through trauma-informed care, educational support programs, and community collaboration, Marianco is committed to fostering environments where children can thrive. Additionally, the blog encourages communities, families, and individuals to take action by supporting local initiatives and advocating for child protection policies. By raising awareness and contributing to these efforts, we can help create a world where every child is safe, educated, and empowered. The post concludes with a call to action to donate, volunteer, or spread the word, ensuring that more children have access to the safe spaces and education they need to overcome adversity.

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