From the Field

Visit to Projects Bring Stories of Transformation to Life

On May 2, 2013, Marleen New, director of global partnerships and alliances, anda Carol Moore, manager of global partnership development, both from Heifer International headquarters, visited communities involved in Heifer Vietnam projects to see the implementation firsthand and hear the stories of participants.

Farm Visits Provide Insight for a Successful Philippines Dairy Project

A team from Heifer visited successful dairy farms in Southern Philippines to better prepare them to design and implement a dairy project that will ensure success for at least 1,000 beneficiary families. “This is the first time Heifer Philippines will be implementing a dairy project, just knowing that 1,000 original families will benefit from this deepens our dedication to explore, learn and apply best practices from successful dairy practitioners,” Heifer Philippines Country Director Herc Paradiang said.

Socorro: A Mother in Peru

Socorro married when she was 15 years old and became a mother to five children. She was completely dependent on her husband's income, which did not fully support the family. Through Heifer Peru, Socorro learned about agroecology and received the gift of ducks. The family's income and living conditions improved as she applied the knowledge she gained through Heifer's trainings.

Donors See Change in South Africa Firsthand

Three Heifer International donors visited Heifer South Africa projects to see first-hand the positive change their generosity has made.

Armenia Family Thankful for Heifer's Work

The Tukhtaryan family of Choratan, Armenia received a pregnant cow from their co-villagers during a Passing on the Gift ceremony. The family is thankful for their improved income and livelihood.

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