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City2Surf – Join our team and run for Action on Poverty!

Did you know that if you join our team in this year's City2Surf, you could also be changing lives for the better? This year we have teamed up with social enterprise Join the Pipe to help raise funds for the Voza Community in the remote outskirts of the Solomon Islands.

Flood relief for students in Vietnam

In October 2017, deadly floods swept through Hoa Binh in Vietnam, killing more than 50 people, washing away homes and destroying livelihoods. Floods devastate schools In Dong Ruong commune, two primary schools were damaged, and another has still not reopened. To attend school, students were forced to take a long journey across the river to attend classes in a neighbouring village, where there were terrible boarding facilities. Keeping kids in the classroom Thanks to our supporters, we raised $1,410 to help these students. Your gifts bought comfortable bunk beds and much-needed homewares, such as bedding and bowls. Students now have a safe, secure place to stay, and can focus on their studies. Peace of mind “With the aid package delivered, parents can relax more while their kids are studying far away from home,” said Mr Vang, the school principal. Want to help vulnerable communities prepare for natural disasters? Give a gift that can save lives today.

Francisco’s story: Learning to feed the family

Francisco, a 50-year-old father from Liabote in Timor Leste, is a man of many talents. He received a scholarship to study teaching in Portugal before moving back to Timor in 2007 to educate other teachers in Dili. Francisco takes charge After his father passed away, Francisco moved back home to his ancestral village in Liabote to look after his family. When a broken irrigation canal threatened the village’s wellbeing, Francisco leapt at the chance to learn how to repair water systems. Over 40% of people in Timor Leste live in poverty. Lack of access to clean water and nutritious food sources are a huge threat to vulnerable communities. Children are at particular risk of malnutrition and water-borne illnesses. Finding a new livelihood As a father of 8, Francisco was eager to improve his family’s health and income. In training sessions with our local partner, Timor Aid, he learned how to repair the village irrigation systems. But he didn’t stop there. He also learned new farming skills, such as how to select seeds for wet and dry seasons, how to make fertiliser, and how to build chicken pens. Combined with training in budgeting and market analysis, Francisco has been able to feed his family and earn a good income selling his produce at local markets. This extra income means he can pay for his children’s school fees and meet their everyday needs. Francisco has also generously provided his own land to local farmers’ groups for their fish ponds. “I learned many new good things about fish farming, growing vegetables, and agricultural farming through this project,” said Francisco. “At the same time, I improved the quality of life for my family.” Want to help more families learn how to grow their own food? Give a life-changing gift today.

The gift of literacy for Cambodian women

Women who have survived unimaginable abuse in Cambodia will now learn to read and write, thanks to your gifts to our Christmas Appeal in December 2017. Literacy for a new life With your help, we raised over $5,000 to build a literacy room at Srey Sanctuary. This shelter in Siem Reap is a safe haven for survivors of domestic abuse, sex trafficking and rape. You might remember Rotha, a 37-year-old mother of three. She fled to Srey Sanctuary after her abusive husband beat her and burned down the house. At the shelter, Rotha has been attending counselling sessions and cooking classes. She dreams of opening her own shop one day. Because of you, this dream is now a real possibility. With literacy skills, Rotha will be much more likely to succeed in business, and to escape the cycle of abuse and poverty. A culture of change Srey Sanctuary is remarkable because it offers much more than a place to stay. Staff are committed to advocating for women, prosecuting abusers and educating communities. This means just 2% of women have to return for further assistance. Want to help vulnerable women escape horrific violence and set up new lives? Give a gift that truly matters today.

Beth Sem: Building a better life in Cambodia

Beth Sem lives outside of Phnom Penh, Cambodia. This 48-year-old mother has worked hard to overcome the crushing weight of poverty and discrimination.

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City2Surf – Join our team and run for Action on Poverty!

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Beth Sem: Building a better life in Cambodia

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