Kon can finally go to school
Nine-year-old Kon lives in a remote village in rural Laos, only accessible by winding dirt roads through mountainous terrain. Kon lives with a physical disability that makes walking…
Augusta is empowering her sisters this International Women’s Day
This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the power of one woman’s leadership in her community in rural Timor-Leste. Augusta Ribeiro, 48, is a community health volunteer transforming…
How to talk to your child about vaccination
Bribery might seem like an effective strategy to get your child ready for their COVID-19 vaccine. Methods like this can backfire and create more anxiety for children, leaving parents frustrated….
First mobile birth registration unit is reaching children in remote areas of Timor-Leste
A birth certificate is an important document for a child and family. Not only does it give them proof of identity, but it also gives someone to access health services, education, employment…