NEWS AND ARTICLES
NEWS AND ARTICLES
NEWS AND ARTICLES
Living Pearl CLASS OF 2024
It was a magical night of celebration as our five Pearls graduated from high school. As they embark on higher education and career paths, it was also a night of reflection for Pastor Sasha, Living Pearl Co-founder: “We were very excited, because most of them have been...
Prevention Is Better Than Rescue
PHILIPPINES - This story of two teen girls highlights the critical role of education and awareness in preventing human trafficking. These girls had already paid money to someone posing as a recruiter, promising them a better future.While they lost their money, it was...
New Zealand Ministry 2024
New Zealand - It was an incredible time with Grace Vineyard in Christchurch! Amy was their special guest speaker and preached 5 services at 3 campuses for Grace Vineyard’s “Missions Month”. Amy’s message, “God, you always have my YES” was also broadcast on the...
Following Missile Strikes, Emergency Funds Bring Aid
UKRAINE -Last month, following devastating Russian missile strikes in the Dnipro region of Ukraine, which caused casualties and destruction, we extended our support to Pastor Alla and her church working in the area. Two years ago, the church initiated a program to...
A Significant Milestone
Left to right: Maxin M; Vitya; Diana; Maxim D; NikitaWatch the slideshow with more about each graduate.UKRAINE - Five of our Pearls are celebrating a significant milestone: high school graduation! Some of them arrived at Living Pearl as children and some as teenagers...
Always Open – A Special Request
UKRAINE - Living Pearl: Last week we took in 5 siblings - their ages range from 3 years old to 15 years old. They were in a critical situation, their father died an alcohol related death and their mother - also an alcoholic - was severely neglecting them....
Never Turn a Child in Need Away
UKRAINE - We met these two sisters when we would visit their home periodically to bring food and clothing. When their living conditions became such that they were in danger, the girls were placed at Living Pearl. They showed signs of having experienced trauma and at...
Global Impact Hosts Virtual Summit On Trafficking In Persons And Online Sexual Exploitation Of Children
On July 30, 2021, Global Impact and other regional stakeholders held the first Virtual Summit on TIP and OSEC which was the highlight of this year's observance of the World Day Against Trafficking. Participated in by the academe, private & public agencies, and...
Keeping Kids Safe as Virtual Learning Resumes
PHILIPPINES - Global Impact's weekly advocacy program on radio and on the internet raised awareness on the various concerns of the education sector as schools open for the new academic year. Government agencies regulating basic and higher education institutions...
Training For Hospital Emergency Department
Davao, Philippines - Unfortunately, violence against women and children have increased during pandemic lockdowns. However, we persist with strategy, collaboration, and determination alongside organizations and individuals who are dedicated to this fight. Dr Benedict...