As the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan unfolds, there are many organisations standing in the gap to support those who have been displaced and are vulnerable. Here are a few of the organisations providing hope. Christian Faith and Freedom Christian Faith and Freedom are launching an urgent appeal to support persecuted …
World Vision Pledges to Stay in Afghanistan By: Michael Crooks The Taliban has taken control of Afghanistan, but World Vision is not going anywhere. On August 15, the Taliban seized Afghanistan’s capital Kabul. The Taliban, a militant group that brutally upholds Sharia, or Islamic law, had ruled the country from 1996 to 2001. …
By: CBM Australia The COVID-19 pandemic has had a catastrophic impact on people with disabilities, including those with cataracts, making it even more challenging for them to access life-changing health care and the cataract surgeries that could save their sight. Gokul was only one year old when his mum Aaroli noticed …
By: Laura Bennett The COVID-19 crisis has tested the resilience of families across the world. In Australia, our lockdowns feel never-ending, and we have to ask ourselves, how do we build resilience through this and, if you’ve got kids, teach them to do the same? Noel McDermott is a UK-based psychotherapist …
Unexpected Lockdowns Don’t Disrupt Alpha Online By: Michael Crooks According to religious organisation Alpha Australia, there is a boom in faith-based learning. The organisation revealed that its free service has experienced “significant growth” across all Christian denominations. Alpha involves free sessions that explore life and the meaning of faith. The program, which …
By: Alison Dean Witnessing a Miracle first-hand is one of the most powerful moments I have ever experienced. I remember the first one vividly. It was my first overseas project visit with CBM, after I had joined the organisation inspired by the work the organisation does to end the cycle of …
