Kazakhstan
One woman in our group had long struggled with constant conflicts with her husband. During our sessions, the group explored lessons on clear communication—learning how to truly listen, understand each other, and speak with kindness and respect, especially within a marriage.
After three months of attending the lessons, she shared a powerful realization: she had often compared her husband to other men and treated him with a sense of superiority. She admitted that she had seen herself as more intelligent and capable than him, and that this attitude had shown in her words and actions. Unsurprisingly, this affected how her husband responded to her.
Motivated by what she had learned, she began consciously changing her attitude. Gradually, she started showing more respect, warmth, and appreciation toward her husband. As her behavior shifted, his responses also changed—he became kinder, more attentive, and gentle. Over time, their relationship grew softer, stronger, and more loving.
The transformation was noticeable not only to her family but also to those around her. Where arguments once erupted openly during group sessions, there is now calm and understanding between them. Recently, she shared how much their relationship has improved.
Her story is a testament to the power of inner work and the practical application of simple, yet profound lessons on clear communication. It shows that when we change our hearts, our words—and our relationships—can transform too.
Returning to the “Keys to Cleanliness”
We believe that this is what it means to love bravely — to go where few will go, to keep showing up, and to remind these women that they are seen,
Training for Local Health Care Professionals
Kangaroo care and skin to skin contact between mother and newborn baby – these are vital practices unheard of in the local Kazakh neonatology hospitals.
I Trust You
“I can’t trust any of the women in the village—there’s so much judgment and gossip. But I trust you, the women sitting here in this group.”
No One Talks to the Young Men
Another commented that no one talks to the young men about sexual education, and this was enlightening for them.
New Women
We were amazed by the administrator’s care and her wanting to protect our team.
Equipping the Next Generation
Working in partnership with local education institutions, more than 2,000 students go through various parts of the life skills program each year.
Professionalism Produces Results
Practical training like this empowers therapists to be more professional and to achieve better results in their treatment.
Almost trafficked
We are so thankful that these girls weren’t trafficked by this woman. It is an ongoing battle as these traffickers are looking for children from vulnerable families- like this one.
Realities of Trafficking
Our weekly visit to a brothel to bring hope and compassion to the women working there. Our visit was marked by both tragedy and moments of connection,
Transforming Grief into Hope
Our work goes far beyond seminars and trainings.
Growing in Strength and Love
When our team first met Gulnar, a six-year-old girl diagnosed with cerebral palsy (CP) and a suspected case of CHARGE syndrome, she was unable to walk or communicate.
Clear Communication
One woman in our group had long struggled with constant conflicts with her husband. During our sessions, the group explored lessons on clear communication—learning how to truly listen,
Trauma and Survival
This is a painful story of trauma and survival.
Local Partnerships to Maximise Capacity
When a massive flood hit the North West of the country, our team was able to visit and make connections with families and centres with children with disabilities.
A Beacon of Hope and Empowerment
Malika is a young woman from Tajikistan, is a poignant reflection of the challenges faced by many women in her community. Growing up in a traditional society,
Empowering Mothers
“It is so important that you know your rights!”
A Celebration of Dignity
This year’s International Women’s Day celebration under the Women’s Empowerment Project (WEP) was unlike any we had ever held before. For the first time, the gathering was filled predominantly by women from the deaf community,
Women in Kazakhstan are Finding Their Voice
“After participating in some lessons, the women start to change their life with each other and they’re encouraging each other.”
First Aid Training Programme
After living in Central Asia for a year and engaging closely with the local community, I noticed a significant gap in health knowledge. Many people would quickly panic in medical situations simply because they did not know how to respond.
Tools For Peacemaking
The women in this group are empowering one another to be peacemakers within their families and communities through sharing their stories and affirming positive change.