This is Julius and Edwin. They are part of the Daraja Children’s Choir of Africa. This is what Daraja calls a tickle shot! They would be asked to pose for a picture and then an intern would come up from behind and tickle them while the photo was snapped.
In the heart of Vista Hermosa, Guatemala, something extraordinary is unfolding.
Recently, the community of El Mirador gathered with joyful hearts to celebrate the inauguration of the newly renovated Escuela Oficial Rural Mixta El Mirador. But what we’re celebrating goes far beyond new walls or updated facilities—we’re witnessing a transformation that’s physical, spiritual, and deeply communal.
In the heart of Ulu, Kenya, something extraordinary is happening. It’s not a new school building or a groundbreaking technology—it’s something much simpler, yet profoundly impactful. A hot meal.
For years, children at Ulu Primary School faced a daily struggle that many of us take for granted: hunger. Coming to school on an empty stomach made it difficult to focus, learn, and fully engage in their education. Teachers saw students growing weary as the day went on, not because they lacked motivation, but because they lacked nourishment.
But today, hope is being served—one plate at a time.
Ronaldo Solís Gómez, a 47-year-old man from Aldea El Triunfo, Guatemala, has faced many challenges in life that have tested his resilience and strength. From economic hardship to the heartbreaking loss of a child, Ronaldo’s journey has been one of overcoming adversity with unwavering determination.
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