As many college students prepare to go back to school this fall, the prospect of moving into a dorm or apartment is on the forefront of many minds, parents included. Parents often have a hard time saying goodbye to their …
Community Development
Life-Saving Bed Nets
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Written on August 23rd, 2012
Filed under: Community Development, Special Projects
Tags: Bed Nets for Life, Congo
Filed under: Community Development, Special Projects
Tags: Bed Nets for Life, Congo
You may remember our Children’s Service Project (now called Kids Helping Kids) that focused on raising money to purchase bed nets for kids in Congo. Bed nets are an inexpensive and simple way to protect kids from mosquito …
The gift of animals in Cameroon
“Something as small as reading a story can make a difference in someone’s life.” In this recent update from our project in Cameroon, we are reminded of the necessity of education for children all around the world.
Take the story …
Empowering a new generation in East Asia
Traditionally, it has been the responsibility of the East Asian government to plan and implement community development projects. This is changing as both students and the government recognize the role citizens can play in creating a better place to live. …
Changing women’s lives through healthcare
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Written on August 16th, 2012
Filed under: Community Development
Tags: Congo, Medical, Micro-finance, Women
Filed under: Community Development
Tags: Congo, Medical, Micro-finance, Women
Unfortunately, not all have equal access to the benefits of good prenatal and postpartum care. For many women in the DR Congo, this has created significant life challenges. Many women are ostracized, abandoned, or left with emotional trauma due to …
