Nowhere to go: Street children cope with isolation orders
To control the spread of the novel Coronavirus, countries around the world have asked its people to stay inside to practice social distancing. Social distancing involves keeping space (6 feet is recommended by the CDC) between yourself and other people outside your home, avoiding large groups, mass gatherings and crowded places. The recommendation to social […]
When “Stay Home” Means Sleeping on a Tree Branch
The concept of staying home is simple—unless you don’t have a home. Then what? As rules and regulations surrounding COVID-19 protection are being issued, children who live in trees, latrines, fields and other public places are being chased away.
The Moment Dignity Emerges
Last fall, hundreds of Zoe Empowers children in Kenya donated their personal earnings to fund a new empowerment group in Malawi. Pamela and John were among those who gave to the effort. Chosen by their Zoe Empowers peers, they would travel to Malawi as the Kenyan representatives to visit their newly funded empowerment group named, […]
Seeing is Believing – Until Now
Zoe Empowers impact outcomes are no longer reserved only for those who travel. Monitoring, tracking and reporting on the progress of each empowerment group is a top priority for us. For more than a decade, this has allowed the indigenous staff to evaluate the children’s progress internally, monitor program results and allocate resources efficiently. Although […]
Titus lifts himself out of poverty by giving.
“I was really touched when I heard the money was going to support other kids like me. I remember where God has brought me from. I know how those children feel. That’s why I donated $20 to ZOE.” explained Titus.
Defying Cultural Norms in the Name of Fatherhood
Although Emmanuel is not genetically the father of Moses, caring for him and his sister has brought significant meaning and joy to his life.
Farming For a Better Future
Through the energetic demeanor and glittering eyes of Samuel and his group members, it’s clear the rice farm has produced much more than food, it has created purpose. And with purpose, has come both hope and expectation for an even better future.
Jean Claude Uses Carpentry To Build More Than Furniture
“I once felt like my life was dipping into nothing. Today I feel so blessed that I cannot keep it all for myself so I have started a training program for other youth in my community.” – Jean Claude, 2017 Zoe Empowers Rwanda graduate. Before Zoe Empowers, Jean Claude remembers being so poor that he could not even […]
You have inspired us.
Dear Friends, Words seem to fall short in expressing how grateful we are for you. As we look back on 2017, we are truly inspired by what you have done to make this important work possible. Through your prayers and financial support, you have helped to expand the Zoe Empowers programs around the world – making […]
We Are Multipliers
“If I give, it is not because I have a lot, but because I feel compassion for others who are struggling as I did before. God has fulfilled my needs that’s why I cannot close my eyes when it comes to helping others.” People familiar with Zoe Empowers witness how it changes the lives of orphaned and […]