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From Begging to Belonging: Michael’s Story in Tanzania
After both of his parents died, *Michael began begging on the streets in Tanzania. He was 11. Local government workers worried for his safety and agreed to help him find a place to live. They located his grandmother living in Mwanza, hundreds of miles away, and they moved…
An Exciting Return to Camp in Korea
After a long break, we recently enjoyed our first camp in Korea since January 2020. And since orphanages in this part of the world are still being very cautious, we intentionally kept the camp small. We invited nine girls to attend—pairing each one with a volunteer. It was…
Why We Adopted a Child with Down Syndrome
Guest post by 2019 Lifesong adoption matching grant recipient, Down syndrome advocate, and writer, Ellie Sanazaro. "Your daughter's test results came back normal." "I'm sorry. Can you say that again?" I sat in disbelief as I listened to the voice on the phone. 6 months earlier, my OB/GYN…
The Unimaginable Blessings of Adopting Arvin
Shawn and Brittany liken the blessings of adoption to the ripples of a stone tossed into a lake. Adopting their son, Arvin from India was the blessing that started it all, but through every stage of the adoption journey, God did exceedingly and abundantly more than they could…
Now Safe, Maria and Her Daughter Are Free to Imagine Home.
Home, a word with so much meaning. For some, home is a place to:belongbe yourself create good memoriesbe safebe fully known Unfortunately, for others, home is none of these things. Maria grew up in places where home was unsafe. Maria's dad left the day he found out Maria's…
Instead of Being Trafficked, Dani Is Safe. Here’s Why.
In Thailand, thousands of migrant children live on makeshift construction camp sites. These kids are highly vulnerable, at risk every day of abuse and being trafficked. According to the Global Slavery Index, in Thailand, 610,000 people are victims of trafficking. Specifically migrants coming into Thailand from places…
Why Start Businesses in Zambia?
Lifesong Zambia students In Zambia, the 2023 academic year has officially begun, and in January our team welcomed 125 new students to be part of this exciting new school year! After celebrating Harmony School's first-ever Grade 12 graduation in December along with the Garneton School, we're excited to…
International Women’s Day: 7 Surprising Stats You Should Know
Dorothy and her mom are co-workers at Lifesong Farms in Zambia. This Wednesday is International Women's Day. So here are 7 stats that help motivate us here at Lifesong—on International Women's Day and all year long—to continue reaching vulnerable girls and women around the world— 1. Roughly 59%…
Welcome Home Haiti: How God Has Not Forgotten Families
Haiti is in turmoil. Earlier this month, the U.N. estimated that gangs now control 60% of the capital city. Even still, God has not forgotten Haiti. A well-known Haitian proverb says, "Bondye pa bay pitit Li penn san sekou," which means: God doesn't give His children pain without…
One Year Later: Voices of Reflection in Ukraine
On February 24, 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion in Ukraine. One year later, orphans and vulnerable children in Ukraine are still enduring escalating devastation and displacement. Families have been separated and lives are still being torn apart. Yet, during this past year, three things have became increasingly…