We hope you are enjoying the start of Autumn and the new school year! We’ve got three quick updates to share with you from our anti-trafficking network.

 

You’re Making an Impact

 

For 20 years, LUV has been called to warzones — where children and women are most vulnerable to trafficking and oppression, and where few others dare to go because it is too dangerous, remote, or costly. 

 

Our approach is rooted in partnership with indigenous directors and their local staff. These leaders bring the cultural wisdom, vision, and expertise to design holistic solutions for their communities. Together, we develop sustainable strategies that protect and empower the vulnerable — providing housing, education, economic opportunity, and hope in places often overlooked. 

 

1. So far this year

 

129 children vulnerable to exploitation have been rescued. LUV’s network is now providing protection through safe housing for 736 children, education for 1,446 students, and economic development for 568 local leaders.

 

2. Medical Clinic

 

Hosted a free medical clinic that served 762 community members in only 5 days.  At the same time, trained 20 local pastors and lay leaders through two of three planned ecumenical pastors’ courses — who then ministered during the free clinic and welcomed 138 new believers into their faith journey in Christ.

 

Read more from 2 of the doctors who help lead this trip: 

 

• Dr Kyle Hudgens is a neurologist from AL that is a LUV Advisory Council Member. Dr Hudgens has been leading LUV’s medical mission teams since 2019: “My wife and I had sponsored orphans for several years before I had the privilege of going. Every time I visit, I am thankful to God for using this great ministry to save the most vulnerable souls in that region.” Read blog

 

• Dr Joan Perry is a pediatrician from NC and has been participating in LUV’s medical mission teams annually since 2023: “I am grateful to be a part of this mission to bring hope and life where no one else will go.” Read blog

 

3. Happening this October

 

We’re celebrating 20 years with LUV’s Board, Staff, and Indigenous Partners in Kenya (Follow along on social media!)

 

Thank you for being part of this mission. Your prayers, encouragement, and generosity fuel everything we do — and together we are making a lasting difference for children and communities where hope is needed most.

 

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