Krochet Kids Int’l Uganda; Mentorship (part 2 of 2)

Although production is  major part of the work that is going on for Krochet Kids in Uganda, there is a whole other side to their business that is completely unique and really is a proven way to help people rise above poverty; this is through their Mentorship program. Take a look at the way this …

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Krochet Kids Int’l Uganda; Production (part 1 of 2)

Having the heart to help people rise above poverty, Krochet Kids International, is a California based non-profit with 3 main values: “People: We desire holistic freedom for our people to grow and enrich their lives physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Our Product: We believe in quality, handmade products that not only bring comfort and style, but …

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The Akola Project by The UAPO; Uganda

Founded in 2006, the Ugandan American Partnership Organization (UAPO) was created with the goal of  “actively participating in Uganda’s development through sustainable partnerships that bring Americans and Ugandans together to engage, collaborate, and learn through the love of Jesus”. “The Akola Project is one of UAPO’s five development initiatives. The project empowers over 200 women …

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Kwagala Project: Uganda

Where do we even begin? Kwagala Project has a grip on our hearts. This small organization in Uganda has the mission to “improve the lives of young victims of the commercial sex trade and give them hope for the future”. Having two bases in Uganda; Gulu in the north where peace from war is still …

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Emi East Africa: Engineering and Design

Write the vision. Make it plain on tablets, so he may run who reads it. For still the vision awaits its appointed time; it hastens to the end—it will not lie. If it seems slow, wait for it; it will surely come. It will not delay. Habakkuk 2:2 In January, Halle had the opportunity to …

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The Village of Barlonyo; Northern Uganda

Only a short way outside of Lira in Northern Uganda lies the small village of Barlonyo. It does not seem any different or more significant than any other village, but through this place one can really get the idea of what kind of trauma the people of Northern Uganda were put through by the LRA. …

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Christian Youth Alert: Lira, Uganda

Completely and solely Ugandan run, Christian Youth Alert is an organization that not only has a vision to serve God, but also has a huge burden for their own people. Their vision is this: “Ensuring that the young generation in all corners of this Nation is reached through a holistic approach by providing Spiritual, Social …

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Krochet Kids (in-country short)

We recently finished up our time in Gulu in Northern Uganda with Krochet Kids. They are truly an amazing organization that not only employs women, but cares for them in ways I have never seen before in business. Please continue to look for more that will be coming out of our time spent with them.

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the UAPO

We are currently in Uganda working with the UAPO; as an organization, their sole goal is to “actively participate in Uganda’s development through sustainable partnerships that bring Americans and Ugandans together to engage, collaborate, and learn through the love of Jesus”.

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Daniel’s story

Even though he is still very young, Daniel has a story; one that is not too different from many people in Africa, Uganda specifically. His life is just another of the countless people who has been effected by AIDS. Yet, through the heart and care of Eagles Wings, Daniel has hope for a better future. …

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