War and trauma stole Linda’s childhood — but her future is bright
As adults, many of us look back fondly on the memories we made as young children. Remember those family vacations, Saturday morning cartoons, and chasing after the ice cream truck? Of course, every childhood has its ups and downs … but most of us can...
‘I am not going to become someone’: Why teens need sponsors too
The teenage years are tough. From first dates to first jobs to those daunting college applications, a lot of changes happen throughout those years. And as high school races to a close, teens often face the same question over and over again: “What are you going to do...
18 years old with the education of a kindergartener
“She’s 18 and doesn’t know the alphabet. She doesn’t know how to add or subtract.” One of our Thailand partners shared the story of a young woman — we’ll call her Malee — who has worked since she was 10 years old. She’s never stepped foot inside a school. Never...
More than a number: Rescue a girl from a nameless existence
Nun is just 4 years old, but poverty may have already determined her future. Growing up in Thailand’s slums, she will have little access to an education or good job opportunities. Without help, Nun will likely follow in the footsteps of so many women before her … she...
Every day, I try to live my life in such a way that I accomplish at least one thing that will outlive me and last for eternity.