From the Field

Heifer does amazing work throughout the world, here are a few examples. The stories are searchable by continent or country.

Haitian Veterinarians Receive Community Animal Health Worker Training

Heifer Haiti staff hosted the Community Animal Health Worker (CAHW) Orientation Workshop in Les Cayes December 4-6, 2012. The goal of the workshop was to develop a community-based animal health care system in Haiti through a “training of trainers” methodology, where workshop participants learned basic health care applicable for all animal species so that they can use that knowledge to train animal health workers in the field.

Community Facilitator Works Tirelessly to Serve Farmers

Nguyen Van Dau, a Heifer Vietnam community facilitator, is active, creative and enthusiastic. In trainings, Dau is always a center figure because he is experienced in working with the farmers and he does not hesitate to raise crucial issues related to project activities. This man embodies the spirit of enthusiastic giving.

Gayang’s Song of Gratitude in the Philippines

A Philippines Self-Help Group presented a song members composed at a recent Passing on the Gift® ceremony.

Cornerstones Mainstreamed to Rural High School Students

Heifer’s 12 Cornerstones for Just and Sustainable Development principles are being spread throughout Cambodia's Pursat province through high school presentations and implementation through projects. The Disability Development Services Program (DDSP), project partner of Heifer, hopes that spreading Heifer’s principles of development with the students will educate them and help them to have better lives.