Kazakhstan
“I can’t trust any of the women in the village—there’s so much judgment and gossip. But I trust you, the women sitting here in this group.”
A Beacon of Hope and Empowerment
Malika is a young woman from Tajikistan, is a poignant reflection of the challenges faced by many women in her community. Growing up in a traditional society,
Almost trafficked
We are so thankful that these girls weren’t trafficked by this woman. It is an ongoing battle as these traffickers are looking for children from vulnerable families- like this one.
Training for Local Health Care Professionals
Kangaroo care and skin to skin contact between mother and newborn baby – these are vital practices unheard of in the local Kazakh neonatology hospitals.
Realities of Trafficking
Our weekly visit to a brothel to bring hope and compassion to the women working there. Our visit was marked by both tragedy and moments of connection,
Growing in Strength and Love
When our team first met Gulnar, a six-year-old girl diagnosed with cerebral palsy (CP) and a suspected case of CHARGE syndrome, she was unable to walk or communicate.
I Trust You
“I can’t trust any of the women in the village—there’s so much judgment and gossip. But I trust you, the women sitting here in this group.”
No One Talks to the Young Men
Another commented that no one talks to the young men about sexual education, and this was enlightening for them.
Equipping the Next Generation
Working in partnership with local education institutions, more than 2,000 students go through various parts of the life skills program each year.
Women in Kazakhstan are Finding Their Voice
“After participating in some lessons, the women start to change their life with each other and they’re encouraging each other.”
Returning to the “Keys to Cleanliness”
We believe that this is what it means to love bravely — to go where few will go, to keep showing up, and to remind these women that they are seen,
Now He Sits Like a King!
Positioning and proper support for children with cerebral palsy is crucial to their development and also to interacting and engaging with their environment.
The Courage to Leave
In trafficking situations, women are often not able to get the medical attention they need, or they can’t afford to eat enough.
Tools For Peacemaking
The women in this group are empowering one another to be peacemakers within their families and communities through sharing their stories and affirming positive change.
The Joy of Restoration
Her sister was stunned that Rosa, herself, was willing to assume the shame.
New Women
We were amazed by the administrator’s care and her wanting to protect our team.
Professionalism Produces Results
Practical training like this empowers therapists to be more professional and to achieve better results in their treatment.
First Aid Training Programme
After living in Central Asia for a year and engaging closely with the local community, I noticed a significant gap in health knowledge. Many people would quickly panic in medical situations simply because they did not know how to respond.
Empowering Mothers
“It is so important that you know your rights!”
Partnership for Change
Both organizations continue to work in partnership with the mom and her son and we are seeing positive changes in their lives.
Transforming Grief into Hope
Our work goes far beyond seminars and trainings.