Goodness wrapped: 5 inspiring charity stories in 2023
Every December, I reflect on the year we’ve had and all the good I’m thankful for. It’s a common practice for many of us this time of the year alongside our celebrations with friends and family. At the same time, I am reminded of everything that’s happened this year both personally and globally. As I […]
WORLD BICYCLE RELIEF: Students Like Aleni Go Safer to School
Going to school used to be a difficult task for Aleni. The walk, 6 to 7 km, took at least three hours each way. The river on her route in Ntchisi, Malawi, sometimes became uncrossable.
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How giving at work can help educate the next generation
When considering the major global challenges facing us today – climate change, hunger, poverty, etc. – the best way to create a brighter future is to invest in children and education. The solutions to these crises could all lie in the minds of today’s youth. Last year, because of the COVID-19 pandemic, our country experienced […]
Bicycles: A surprising tool in the fight against COVID-19
We know that there are weak health systems in sub-Saharan Africa and other countries, but our current crisis shines a new light on what that really means for vulnerable communities. COVID-19 forces us to acknowledge the full reality of health care systems around the world. Patients across the region, particularly in rural areas, often struggle […]
WORLD BICYCLE RELIEF: STELLA’S STORY: A YOUNG MOTHER ON THE MOVE
In most African countries, if a school girl becomes pregnant she is harshly judged. The stigma that follows can lead to depression and feelings of failure. Thoughts on one’s future feel predetermined – chances of succeeding seem nil. Stella’s is a story of determination to overcome these stereotypes. Instead, she breathes life into her aspirations. […]
