Salma, who lived in extreme poverty and was very unhappy with her life, joined a women's group and Heifer project in November 2008, and slowly her life began to change. |
On April 12, 2013, Eton House International School in Chengdu, China, celebrated the successful completion of Heifer's Read to Feed program. Eton House students, teachers and parents attended the closing ceremony. |
On May 17, 2013, Heifer Haiti's Rural Entrepreneurs for Agricultural Cooperation (REACH) project surpassed this year's goal of training 60 Community Animal Health Workers (CAHWs) when a third group of 27 participants completed their training. |
Since joining a Heifer project in January 2012, the Monters have received trainings on Heifer's 12 Cornerstones for Just and Sustainable Development, sustainable agriculture, savings and credit, and improved animal management. In June 2012, immediately after completing the trainings, the family received a pregnant cow, vegetable seeds, forage and legumes in an original placement ceremony. |
The women's groups of Brazil face similar challenges and share in the hope of one day ending hunger and poverty in their communities. They demonstrate the value of women through their dedication to raising sheep, making dolls and teaching children. |