Families Supported in South Sudan

by Stephanie Veillon | May 8, 2025 | Connector Stories

In South Sudan, where ongoing drought and the recent suspension of key aid programs have left many families struggling, a small act of compassion has made a quiet but powerful impact. Thanks to a donation made through our Connectors network, three households—an...

Baby Loss Awareness Week

by Stephanie Veillon | May 2, 2025 | Uncategorized

Baby Loss Awareness Week is an opportunity to make sure that those impacted by pregnancy and baby loss are not forgotten. Mum Rebecca has shared her experience of losing her daughter Thalia to raise awareness of baby loss and its impact. This is her story. “It was my...

Disability History Month

by Stephanie Veillon | Apr 29, 2025 | Uncategorized

As part of Disability History Month, Tina Popoola, an Infant Feeding Coordinator at University College London Hospitals NHS Trust, shared her story of becoming a midwife and how her birth has influenced her journey. Tina was born with Erb’s Palsy as the result of a...

Solidarity With Uganda’s Widows

by Stephanie Veillon | Apr 4, 2025 | Connector Stories

The journey of a widow in Uganda is often shaped by hardship, stigma, and emotional pain. Widows, regardless of age, can face significant struggles. In many parts of Africa, gender inequality remains deeply entrenched, and women are often regarded as lesser members of...

Compassionate Action for Burundi’s Older Communities

by Stephanie Veillon | Apr 2, 2025 | Connector Stories

In the heart of Burundi, a small but dedicated group of volunteers is making a profound difference in the lives of older communities. The Bujumbura-Gishingano Connectors group recently organized a special day of compassionate action to engage with and support seniors...