Martha Wants You to Know
You've heard several of the stories of girls who found our vocational center this year and are now enrolled in our classes.
This week, Hilda and I are bringing you Martha's story. Just over a year ago, Martha graduated from our two-year tailoring certificate program.
Now, her life is much different, and that is all because of you! Just look at how she shines in the photo! This is the life-changing difference your donations make.
From Fear to Confidence
It fills my heart when our team sends photos from our Vocational Center in Buwudha village: the smiles, the laughter, the pride in every girl's face.
Each one of these young women has faced unthinkable challenges from trafficking, violence, early marriage, and a lack of opportunity. But today, they stand taller, confident and hopeful. That transformation exists because of you!
Alright, Alright, Alright!
Janet’s mother suffers from mental illness and struggles to care for her. Janet only went to primary school for a few years. Some relatives took her in when a community member saw how neglected she was. Unfortunately, the relatives made her work long days digging in the gardens in the hot sun and with little food.
Real People, Real Stories
The other day I saw a news report about many of those “feel good” stories you see on social media. Evidence shows that most are AI generated and not actually true.
Well, all of our posts and stories are about real people, real situations, and real hope, and that hope is thanks to all of you!
This week Hilda brings you Namugele Maureen's story. It is one of unimaginable tragedy and struggle. But thanks to the help she receives from our Girls' Vocational Center, it's also one of hope.
Wisdom from Ruth
This week, we're bringing you another story from one of our girls in Uganda.
This is Ruth's story as told to Hilda:
At just nine years of age, Ruth's life changed dramatically. Her parents separated and her father took her away from her mother and moved to another village. Ruth's father loved her very much and tried to give her a good life. But when he was away from their home for work, Ruth's stepmother was very mean to her.
Growing Forward
2025 is halfway over! Whaaat!!!
Because of all of you, lives are better for so many! The need remains great, but with you as our partners, we are making progress!
As we look ahead, our focus remains on education and on sustainable programs that enable people to support themselves and live without aid.
Reset and Recharge
Thanks for the many comments on Tibenda Phiona's story last week.
I always enjoy hearing from you, and we'll be bringing you more of those in the near future.
You are making such a difference in their lives!
Someone asked me the other day if I worked around the clock! Not quite, and I'm trying to get better at asking for help and taking a break to recharge!
Resilience and Hope: Tibenda’s Story
I'm bringing you a story of resilience and hope. The hope is because of all of you!
This is Tibenda Phiona's story as told to our team member Hilda:
Tibenda Phiona is 19 years old and from Namisambiya village in rural Uganda. Since childhood, Phiona has had a very difficult life.
We Keep Going!
What makes you optimistic? I know that can be a tough question these days.
Thanks to all of you, we see progress. Sometimes it's slow, and sometimes there are setbacks. However, the success we see keeps us focused on the programs that are breaking the generational cycle of poverty.
So, here's the good that you make possible!