Kyrgyzstan
Mahabat had infused that young woman with encouragement and confidence that she could do it, and together they did!
Not Just Playing Around
This child was 2 ½ years old and had never walked alone before!
Health Seminars Online
She was discouraged when she learned there could be no seminars in her village. But soon we will have good news for Aygul and others like her!
Hope for Tema
Through the children at risk project, Operation Mercy’s partners give hope to children with disabilities like Tema.
Rich In Education
One of our desires is to help families care for their children with disabilities, and we are so glad to see the growth in Rich!
New Ideas for Special Children
Julia has new energy now in her especially important work!
Positive Pressure
Kamil realized he possessed leadership skills and that he had not been leading in a good way. He resolved to stop pressuring other students to do the wrong things and to try to lead in doing good things.
A Doula’s Impact
Mahabat had infused that young woman with encouragement and confidence that she could do it, and together they did!
Extra Special Education
Samuel* entered the world with cerebral palsy. When he was about 12 years old, his family sent him to stay at the state institution for children with disabilities.
Quarantine Education – A COVID-19 Story
When nationwide shut-down for Covid-19 hit Kyrgyzstan, Nurgul knew she had to find something for the special education teachers she leads to do. So she turned the work furlough into a massive training time.
Supplying Needs
Anna was a good, experienced teacher. But when our education project director, Daisy* approached her to offer work teaching children with disabilities in Belovodski children’s home,
Help for Relationships
The relational courses on child rearing, marital relationships, and forgiveness gave Linda tools to deal with her anger and live better with her household.
Chairs for Children
Positioning and proper support for children with disabilities is important for their development
Emergency Relief Can Lead to Long-Term Development – A COVID-19 Story
How do you change people and communities when you cannot go near them?
What a Difference a Chair Can Make!
Adaptive equipment can make a big difference in a child’s life!
Discovering the Greatest Needs
Staff from our partner organization are reaching out to a Roma community in the south of Kyrgyzstan.
Therapeutic Friendship
She encouraged the younger girl to keep trying with the horse. Lisa received the encouragement, and her perseverance paid off.
Showing a New Way
The staff helped Aygul and her colleagues better understand the effects of CP on the children and ways to increase the children’s mobility.
Learning and Teaching
… she will pass this information on as she cares for pregnant and lactating women.
The View Changes
After a couple of sessions on the back of a gentle horse, Jamal now rides with a smile on his face.
Overcoming Maternal Health Misconceptions
Educating disadvantaged communities about their health does not only prevent illnesses and improve their wellbeing, but it can also save lives.