Anbu’s Spark of Change
Anbu, a welder from India with a hearing impairment, knows the language of determination better than most.
A Cow Named Lila
Ganga gently runs her hand over Lila’s coarse, warm coat. The cow, her cow, looks up at her with wide, placid eyes. She leans her forehead against hers for a moment. This cow has changed everything for Ganga and her family.
Ahima’s New Chapter
Ahima tore another page from her small calendar, her eyes lighting up as she saw the red circle marking the start of her 10th-grade year.
Kalpana’s Reunion Filled With Joy
The sound of laughter rang through the warm, sunlit courtyard as Kalpana embraced her relatives, years of separation melting away in the comfort of their arms. It was a day she once thought she’d never see.
David’s Story Of New Beginnings
The morning sunlight filters gently through the trees as David and his wife tend to their goats in the quiet of their small village. The goats, nibbling on patches of fresh grass, are symbols of renewal, resilience, and the first chapter of a shared life built on hope and faith.
Buckets of Transformation
Ravva crouched near the well, his eyes gleaming as he filled his bucket with crystal-clear water. The liquid splashes at his feet, darkening the dust-covered leather of his sandals.
Sewing Hope For Durga
For Durga and her family, life was a fight against poverty.
Anand's Journey of Hope
Anand’s story begins in Penuguduru village, where hardship was a daily reality.
Rising Above The Storm
Born with physical disabilities that affected both his legs, Tamilarasan walked on his knees, pushing forward every day. His autorickshaw was the key to providing for his family. But as it lay submerged, coated in debris and ruin, the weight of despair set in.
Escaping the Darkness of The Red-Light District
A tear slid silently down her cheek as she stared at the image, her heart heavy with the knowledge that she would never see her sister again.
Josna’s Journey to Nursing School
With a triumphant smile, Josna held up her first nursing school test, showcasing the hard-earned high grade she received.
Piece By Piece Kanishka's Future Takes Shape
With steady hands, Kanishka grips her tools, carefully looping each delicate gold ring into another.
Ongchen’s Journey: From Despair to Hope Through Education
On the porch of a quiet hostel nestled in the Himalayas, 14-year-old Ongchen sits with a serene smile — experiencing a feeling of peace that was absent for much of his young life.
Breaking Barriers and Building Dreams: Pemu's Journey
Pemu’s life began amid challenges most of us can hardly imagine.
Sight, Strength, and Support Changed Abdul’s Life
Abdul feels the wind brush against his face as he pedals steadily, the rhythmic creak of his push cart loaded with goods—fruits, snacks, small household items—ready to be sold to passersby.
A Flash Flood, a Neighbor’s Knock, and a Second Chance
Sulochana gently cooks her dal in a gleaming new pot, the aroma filling her modest kitchen.
Rakesh's Unshakable Faith
For years, Rakesh’s family had lived with the unrelenting ache of survival in the face of scarcity.
A Tearful Reunion
Anash stood at the doorway of our safe house, her hands trembling with a mix of nerves and excitement.
Junus’ Journey From Bonded Labor to Education
Junus closes his notebook with a quiet sense of accomplishment.
Eliza's Long Walk For Water Is Over
Thirteen-year-old Eliza turned to wave goodbye to her mother, her dark hair flowing behind her as she hurried to catch up with her two younger sisters on their way to school
Shanti’s Sewing Story
For as long as Shanti can remember, life was a balancing act on a tightrope.
Abaas' Journey To Literacy
When Abaas first walked into our slum school at the age of 12, his world was as fragile as the makeshift shanties that lined the crowded streets around him.
Lakshmi’s Story
Just 22 years old, Lakshmi’s path has been anything but easy. Two years ago, she married with hopes of partnership and love.
