Kyrgyzstan
Beka’s story is a powerful reminder of how knowledge, preparation, and confidence can transform the experience of childbirth. Through simple, practical education, women like Beka are empowered to face one of life’s greatest moments with strength and peace.
A Doula’s Impact
Mahabat had infused that young woman with encouragement and confidence that she could do it, and together they did!
What a Difference a Chair Can Make!
Adaptive equipment can make a big difference in a child’s life!
Receiving Help, Taking Responsibility
Amantur lives on a small farm in Kyrgyzstan that is quite remote, lying between two villages.
Chairs for Children
Positioning and proper support for children with disabilities is important for their development
The View Changes
After a couple of sessions on the back of a gentle horse, Jamal now rides with a smile on his face.
Midwives in the Mountains: Education and Coaching for Remote Villages
The three staff workers assigned each of the participants to a coach. They were then given materials and taught how to share what they had learned with others.
Showing a New Way
The staff helped Aygul and her colleagues better understand the effects of CP on the children and ways to increase the children’s mobility.
A New Chair
She really enjoyed her new chair and even after this very short time, it was recognisable that her body posture had already been improved.
Learning and Teaching
… she will pass this information on as she cares for pregnant and lactating women.
Discovering the Greatest Needs
Staff from our partner organization are reaching out to a Roma community in the south of Kyrgyzstan.
Not Just Playing Around
This child was 2 ½ years old and had never walked alone before!
Changing the Trajectory
Danior used to be angry all the time. He was quick to attack and hit the other kids at the children’s home. He had reasons to be angry –
Quality Health Videos
All of these health conditions have multiple underlying causes, but poor dietary habits are high among the risk factors.
Healthy Eating
The doctors were stunned. “You can’t be improving! No matter how many medications we give you, no matter what you do, you will always have to come to the doctor!
Grateful Families
The parents of these children hosted a celebration to say thank you to our partners who have helped their families.
Overcoming Maternal Health Misconceptions
Educating disadvantaged communities about their health does not only prevent illnesses and improve their wellbeing, but it can also save lives.
Mothers’ Meeting
Many mothers of children with disabilities live in deep isolation.
Breathing Through to a Safe Birth
Beka’s story is a powerful reminder of how knowledge, preparation, and confidence can transform the experience of childbirth. Through simple, practical education, women like Beka are empowered to face one of life’s greatest moments with strength and peace.