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Real people. Real stories. Hear from the people doing the work to end poverty—our community members!

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Rwanda

A Future Free From Hunger

Community food security is about ensuring that all people in a community have access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food for a healthy and active life.

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Food

When Hunger Meets Relentless Hope: Diego’s Story

Hunger is relentless.

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Canadian Interest

The Lost Art of Connection: Lessons from How to Human

How to Human by Carlos Whitaker inspires us to reconnect with each other, embrace compassion, and build meaningful relationships in a disconnected world.

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Economic Empowerment

The Power of Belonging

Scovia, a resilient mother of eight in Bukiende, recalls a time when poverty overshadowed her relationships with her husband, children, and community.

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Community-Led Development

The Power of a Glass of Water

Close your eyes for a moment and imagine waking up thirsty. You walk to the kitchen, turn on the tap…but nothing comes out.

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Canadian Interest

Walking Together in Uncertain Times

Are you overwhelmed yet? Each day, we wake up and brace ourselves for yet another wave of troubling news.

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Community Kitchen

From the Community Kitchen

Authentic dishes shared by the community members we partner with — from their kitchens to yours.