Stories of hope
Changemakers: From Child Soldier to Protector
James was just ten years old when he was trafficked to fight as a child soldier. In a few short months, he went from playing outside with friends to carrying an AK-47 and leading other children into war.
Introducing Alex Hill — LUV’s New Chief Advancement Officer
We are delighted to introduce Alex as the latest addition to the Lift Up the Vulnerable (LUV) team. As our Chief Advancement Officer, Alex brings extensive expertise and an unwavering passion for making a difference in the lives of the most vulnerable.
Witness Hope in Action: Updates from Our Team in South Sudan
This year’s team includes Dr Kyle Hudgens, Dr Joan Perry, Tracy Sweatt, Maina Wahome, Eugenio Kirima (LUV’s CPO), and pastors Abrahama Ajega and John Mugo. They will work alongside LUV’s indigenous leaders in our anti-trafficking network including local nurses, nursing students, and an ecumenical group of pastors to offer much needed medical care. They have been prepping for months to provide a free medical clinic serving vulnerable communities in South Sudan.
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Saving Girls Like Kibira
Kibira* was only five years old when fetching water became her primary responsibility — right around the time her father passed away. Her extended family begrudgingly welcomed her, her mother, and her younger sister, Medina*, into their home. However, the children...
Celebrating with LUV — LIVE from South Sudan
Greetings from South Sudan! After 3 long days of travel from the USA to Kenya to South Sudan, a small team of 5 medical practitioners, 1 pastor, 5 LUV leaders, and I arrived yesterday at New Life Ministry (NLM) one of our partners along the border of Darfur. Today,...
This situation in Sudan is worsening and fast.
This situation in Sudan is worsening and fast. Thankfully, all our partners still are doing well and are safe. All our partners are over 500 miles from the rivalry that is taking place in Khartoum. Nevertheless, program costs are rising due to the war, and we are...
Urgent Prayers for Sudan
Yesterday, heavy fighting in the capital of Khartoum, Sudan broke out involving armored vehicles, truck-mounted machine guns, and war planes. The recent tensions stem from power struggle between the Sudanese military and a powerful paramilitary group called the...
The worst thing is never the last thing
It’s Holy Week and the road to the cross is before us. It’s hard to fathom the betrayal and suffering that Jesus faced could lead to Sunday Resurrection. How can such pain and injustice lead to hope and new life?
Safe water saves lives. Students in South Sudan are overjoyed by their new well!
Student athletes from NC State University’s Pack of Wolves NIL collective and National Coatings Inc. collaborated to help us drill a new well…
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