Network Name: Viva Network

1. Main Network Focus: A global movement of Christians passionately concerned for children at risk, helping people work together to improve children's lives by creating networks among Christians caring for children. It aims to improve quality of care for children, increase action on behalf of children, and influence decision-makers to promote justice for children.
2. Founded:
3. Network Size: 81 network initiatives in 48 countries, helping 1.2 million vulnerable children.
4. Special Characteristics or Theology of the Network: Viva is open to all Christians and involves over 60 International Associate agencies and many church streams. Viva also values wider collaboration with all who work for children and is linked with many non-faith-based agencies and groups of other faiths.
5. Name of Group Facilitator/Leader: Patrick McDonald, International Director and Founder.
6. Next Meeting Dates: Throughout the year. (See below.)
7. Next Meeting Location: International conferences; Regional conferences.
8. Process of Getting Involved in the Network: Become an Associate of Viva Network. National or civic organizations can join the relevant national or civic networks. Individuals can get involved through prayer and campaigning. FAQs.
9. E-mail Group or Web site for the Network: www.viva.org.
10. E-mail or Phone Number of Network Contact: Contacts; Telephone, +44(0)1865 811660.