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Human Trafficking: Exploited Hope

by World Hope International | Jan 11, 2021 | Countering Human Trafficking & Gender-Based Violence, Protection, Sierra Leone

In 2020, World Hope’s Anti-Trafficking and Gender-Based Violence Team in Sierra Leone served nearly 1,000 survivors, including children and adults—many of whom were exploited through migration. One of them was a 28-year-old young woman who only dreamed of making a better life for herself and her family…

Saidu Kanu Honored in Freetown

by World Hope International | Dec 18, 2020 | General, Sierra Leone

Country Director for WHI Sierra Leone, Saidu Kanu, was honored as one of the 100 Most Outstanding Sierra Leoneans at the 2020 Sierra Ovation Awards Ceremony. Congratulations, Saidu!

Building Hope Through Accessible, Inclusive Communities

by World Hope International | Dec 10, 2020 | Access to Education, Bosnia, Civil Society & Governance, Protection, Youth Empowerment

As we celebrate Human Rights Day this December 10th, it’s good to also reflect on how we are working to ensure that human rights are able to be enjoyed by everyone and are truly universal.

Elizabeth’s Gift: A Survivor Steps Forward with Her Story to Protect Other Women and Girls

by World Hope International | Nov 21, 2020 | Countering Human Trafficking & Gender-Based Violence, Protection, Sierra Leone

One woman shares her story of survival – and her call for an end to violence against women and girls…

Mothers and Children Are Key To Society

by Guest Author | Oct 29, 2020 | Child & Maternal Health, Global Health, Sierra Leone

“Infants, Children, and Women should not be allowed to die from preventable health crises and yet they do, every day,” says Heather Hill, Director of Communications and Marketing for CCIH member World Hope International…

Mom, Have You Washed Your Hands?

by Dr. Jo Anne Lyon | Oct 22, 2020 | Acting in Faith, Clean Water and Energy, Liberia, Water and Sanitation

Dr. Jo Anne Lyon, Founder of World Hope International, shares her thoughts and reflections on handwashing, the pandemic, and the global church’s response to the vital need for clean water…

OSAEC: A Modern Face of Human Trafficking

by World Hope International | Oct 15, 2020 | Access to Education, Child Sponsorship, Civil Society & Governance, Countering Human Trafficking & Gender-Based Violence, Philippines, Protection

Sexual exploitation of children is one of the most heinous crimes in the world today as it targets the most vulnerable members of society – the children. Cyberspace has provided an easier and wider platform for it, and COVID-19 has made it worse – including at its epicenter in the Philippines. What can be done about it?