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Mary Moves from Poverty to Large-Scale Dairy Farming in Cameroon

Mary Sirri Ndikum, 57, an entrepreneur in the Akum community, operates a dairy processing business in Cameroon.

Sharing the Luck in Senegal

In Senegalese society, solidarity is valued. It is a key element in communities and is stronger in rural areas than in the city. Relationships are energetic, and they support social stability and sustainability.

Elanco Climbs Kilimanjaro to Support Heifer International

Heifer International and Elanco took their relationship to new heights. Elanco employees decided to climb Mount Kilimanjaro to raise money for Heifer International. Kelly MacNeil of Heifer International documented the climb. Watch the video and hear about the trip.

Heifer's First YES! Youth Club Celebrates 10th Anniversary

The 3rd of November, 2012, will be remembered as a remarkable day in Heifer International’s calendar: it was the 10th anniversary of the first YES! Youth Club established by Heifer Armenia. Back in 2002 the first rural youth club, was founded by Heifer Armenia. This was a new type of investment in Heifer history−a totally different component in the traditional Heifer model of providing cows to needy rural families. The establishment of the club intended to empower rural youth and change the social lives of their community. The club would provide extracurricular education on agriculture, healthy lifestyle and civic education, called directions by the club.

Passing on the Gift in Bo Fo Village

During a recent Passing on the Gift® ceremony, 23 original project participants passed the gift of cash to another 23 families in Bo Fo Village, China, on Oct. 26, 2012.

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