A Mother’s Love
In Kenya, the TOGETHER Project continues its work in villages across the region, bringing support to families like Longole’s. Her daughter, Regina, shares her story, showing the impact of education and opportunities.
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Sopheak’s Journey of Growth Through the ADRA TOGETHER Project
Run Sopheak lives in a small farming community in Cambodia, she and her husband worked tirelessly to provide for their two children. At just 24 years old, Sopheak had trouble navigating life with her young family. She described her husband as often being negligent, dismissive, and cold towards her – rarely, if ever, listening to […]
Irene’s Story of Hope & Resilience
Irene, a mother of seven, has lived in the quiet coastal barangay of Topgown, in the Philippines, for over three decades.
The Story of Esther: A Grandmother’s Love
Esther, a Kenyan woman, has faced a lifetime of adversity. She has lost loved ones to conflict and illness, and has been forced to flee her home.
Earthquake in Hinatuan
The people of Hinatuan, a tight-knit community off the coast of the province of Davao in the Philippines, felt the world shake in December of 2023. A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck the village, causing widespread damage, displacing thousands of families and destroying homes, infrastructure, and livelihoods.
A Teacher’s Journey
The TOGETHER Project is transforming the lives of the young and old, helping them build dreams and providing the tools to reach them. In Cambodia, a young woman named Chan Dara is realizing her dream of becoming an educator, thanks to your support.
Adrianne, Menstrual Cycles & Taboos
As a young man, Adrianne did not know or understand much about the menstrual cycle, or the particular needs girls and women have every month. The topic on menstruation can be taboo, leaving young people ill-informed and girls and women with a sense of shame.
Namoit’s Journey: A Tale of Resilience, Faith and Hope
Namoit’s journey began in Turkana, a region of breathtaking natural beauty marred by conflict. Born into a nomadic family, she experienced firsthand the challenges of living in a volatile area. Despite the hardships, there was a sense of community and abundance, with her father’s herds providing sustenance and connection.
As Long as We’re United
Through the TOGETHER project, ADRA is coming alongside women in the Philippines to help them find ways to build their economic resilience. TOGETHER works with women to pull their families out of the corner where they must choose between essential needs. Most significantly, TOGETHER is helping women reach the point where they no longer need to sacrifice the healthcare they need in order to meet their family’s needs.
Our Women and Girls Are Glowing Again
Thanks to the [BRACE] project, our women and girls are glowing again. We all feel like newly married brides. With the cash transfers, we were able to decorate ourselves in our colourful accessories and attire. You would not recognize us if you had seen us during the drought when our faces were covered with ashes and our minds were overloaded with stress.”
