Some changes happen instantly. Others take time—small shifts in perspective, tiny moments of courage, and simple truths that, once understood, change everything. In a creative-access country where challenges are plenty, MAI’s wholistic program—implemented in partnership with local schools—is opening doors to transformation. These are the stories of real children whose lives have been changed—stories of forgiveness, […]
Justine, whose story we have shared before, had a childhood of turmoil. When her parents got divorced and remarried other people, Justine’s life was disrupted as she tried to spend time with each parent in their respective villages. As a result, she dropped out of school and got married. The pain and trauma continued until […]
Education is a sure way out of poverty. Yes, it is! Especially, in this story from Nigeria, and bears out that the value of education is not something that can be imposed, but one that must be owned and valued by the community. However, the underlying poverty may be so excruciating that it is difficult […]
