Stories of hope

Changemakers: From Struggle to Self-Sufficiency

Changemakers: From Struggle to Self-Sufficiency

Salma, a resilient 50-year-old woman from South Sudan, knows life’s hardships.

Her community, near the Ugandan border, is plagued by conflict and extreme poverty. Yet, despite these struggles, the area benefits from good rainfall, making it suitable for farming — a blessing that Salma has recently begun to fully embrace.

Walk for Freedom: Join Us on October 19, Pelham AL

Walk for Freedom: Join Us on October 19, Pelham AL

We are thrilled to invite you to join Lift Up the Vulnerable in the fight against human trafficking by participating with us in the 10th Annual A21 Walk for Freedom this fall sponsored by GRACE Ministries of Alabama. This powerful event aims to raise awareness about human trafficking.

Introducing Eunice Kariuki — LUV’s New Program Coordinator

Introducing Eunice Kariuki — LUV’s New Program Coordinator

We are pleased to welcome Eunice as the most recent addition of our Lift Up the Vulnerable (LUV) team in Kenya. As the Program Coordinator, Eunice brings a remarkable blend of expertise and passion to her role, dedicated to transforming the lives of marginalized communities. 

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Teresa Akon: A Face of Progress

Teresa Akon: A Face of Progress

At 50, Teresa, a remarkable women whose journey with LUV’s anti-trafficking network began at a pivotal juncture in her life. At 33, widowed and amidst the havoc of war, she navigated the responsibility of nurturing six children…

Elkanah Dut Deng: A Face of Change

Elkanah Dut Deng: A Face of Change

Meet Elkanah Dut Deng, a remarkable testament to the power of resilience and hope. His journey is an inspiring story of transformation, made possible through the incredible work of our partners in South Sudan…

Introducing Ashton Wylie — LUV’s New Advancement Assistant

Introducing Ashton Wylie — LUV’s New Advancement Assistant

We are thrilled to introduce Ashton Wylie as the latest addition to the Lift Up the Vulnerable (LUV) team. As our newest Advancement Assistant, Ashton brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for making a difference in the lives of the marginalized and vulnerable…

Dut Deng’s Poem on Hope

Dut Deng’s Poem on Hope

A poem by NLM alumni, now teacher, Elkanah Dut Deng for the 20th Celebration of New Life Ministry in 2023:   "Hope" is something without feathers that perches on our souls and sings a tune without words and never stops at all.   The voice of one James Lual...

Hellen Abuk Dau: A Face of Hope

Hellen Abuk Dau: A Face of Hope

In the heart of Sudan and South Sudan, we find incredible stories of resilience and determination. Hellen Abuk Dau is one such remarkable example…

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