LIFT International operates programs as part of Hagar International. Learn more about the merger here. Fai’s harrowing story of trafficking ultimately ended in freedom through justice with her brave testimony and LIFT International’s dedicated support. Fai* grew up in a hill tribe village in Northern Thailand. “We didn’t have much,” she says. “But we had some, and I was happy.” Her dad made and sold charcoal and her mom was a day
The remarkable journey of Hagar’s partnership with Boeing has spanned 13 years. Since 2010, Boeing has supported Hagar’s mission in Vietnam. Through this partnership, thousands of women have overcome trauma and rebuilt their lives. And the government’s capabilities to address these critical issues have grown. Boeing’s commitment has led to incredible outcomes with Hagar in Vietnam. Together, Boeing and Hagar have: ⚫ Helped 20,467 survivors and at-risk women and children ⚫ Supported
In times of crisis, it’s the resilience and compassion of Hagar’s supporters that truly shine through. With your support, Hagar’s frontline team in Afghanistan was able to swiftly respond in the aftermath of the earthquakes that hit near Herat in early October. Four staff members, including a doctor, two counselors, and a logistics manager, were on the ground within just a few days of the earthquakes, working tirelessly to assess the situation
Hagar Responds to Afghanistan Earthquake In the heart of Afghanistan, a devastating earthquake has left a trail of destruction. On October 7th, 2023, a magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck near Herat in western Afghanistan. Located just two hours from Herat city, this disaster has rocked 20 villages, leaving behind profound devastation. The death toll has surpassed 2300, and more than 10,000 injured. Homes have been reduced to rubble, and countless families find themselves
Your support so far this year has transformed the lives of women and children around the world. Together, we can continue to make a lasting impact, empowering survivors and their communities to heal and thrive and stop exploitation before it starts. Hagar USA 2023 Midterm Report
Mien enjoyed spending time with her friends and would often visit her close friend’s rented room for social gatherings and chatting. But one day, she discovered a hidden phone recording her while she was taking a shower. Shocked and terrified, Mien reported the incident to the police, but no evidence was found. The traumatic experience left Mien feeling hopeless and anxious, causing her to lose weight and live in constant fear. She
Like any loving parent, Lua wanted what was best for her and her daughter. She worked tirelessly at her small sidewalk stall in Vietnam, but it wasn’t enough. When a customer approached her with a dream opportunity – the chance to have a high-paying job in the UK – Lua filled in the form, paid the (sizeable) fee, and submitted her identity documents. Lua put everything into the opportunity for the promise
Whether it’s tailoring like Samira (pictured left), farming like Rachana (center) or running a successful cafe like Lua (right), economic empowerment is critical for survivors and vulnerable women to flourish with dignity. Right now, your support is helping 500 women and youth in Afghanistan, Cambodia and Vietnam receive career counseling, on-the-job training and business start-up capital. These are crucial skills and opportunities for survivors and vulnerable women to thrive in freedom and
Rachana and her husband Savan desperately wanted to provide a hopeful future for their two children. But their tiny village near Cambodia’s border with Thailand had few job opportunities. There was never enough money to buy food, let alone pay for their children to go to school. As the demands piled up, Rachana and Savan fell into debt. When they heard about high-paying jobs in Thailand, they sent their children to stay
When Samira was introduced to Hagar, she felt sad and hopeless. She’d experienced countless financial pressures and hardships throughout her young life. During her first pregnancy, Samira and her husband couldn’t afford for her to eat a healthy diet or to seek proper medical. When Samira lost the baby, she suffered from trauma and emotional distress. At Hagar’s Restoring Livelihoods program, Samira trained to be a tailor. She quickly gained the
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