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Providing educational courses for disadvantaged women

From information from Blackburne House

“Women feel safe when they come here. We serve 500-700 women every academic year. Last year, there were 70 nationalities represented, so having a safe, culturally sensitive environment is essential.”

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Enhancing community economic ecosystems

From a report by Truist Foundation

A Foundation inspiring and building better lives and communities through philanthropy. Helping non-profits build economic mobility in their communities, making a meaningful difference in those they serve.

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Guardian Bank - faith-informed financial services for the poor

From a video by Faith&Co

Banking is a business of risk. There's always uncertainty but there is hope and faith. We have built a culture of people who are ingrained with a belief that they're here to serve the poor.

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What happens when you give teens no-strings cash?

From an article by The Hechinger Report

Transfers for 40 weeks to students from mostly disadvantaged families resulted in better attendance, higher nutrition, increased confidence and financial literacy, a savings habit but no improvement in...

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Beyond Aid - employment is the foundation of poverty alleviation

From a report by Sinapis

A job not only brings the security of knowing basic needs can be met, but it provides the dignity and the independence to meet needs without having to ask for help.

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Property investment fostering community and mission

From a video by Faith&Co

What can a real estate investment fund do to care for people who feel alone despite living in a large multi-family apartment community and in the process generate financial and spiritual returns?

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Developing a growth mindset for farmers in Africa

From an article by Next Billion

"What key element are development sector practitioners potentially neglecting in approaches to agricultural development?" A focus on the soft skills - critical thinking, self-esteem, problem-solving, leadership, etc.

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Preparing widows to lead positive social transformation

From an initiative by Nyanam International

Using Bible-informed training + programs in leadership, health, livelihoods, justice, youth education, Nyanam provides widows with tools to tackle oppressive cultural, economic, and social practices.

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Supplier resilience equals supply chain resilience

From a webinar by Business Fights Poverty

The Mars-Tanager mint partnership shows how diversified income streams, gender inclusion, applied agricultural research creates a more resilient, sustainable agricultural sector. What are the learnings?

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Asset Based Community Development for Churches (ABCD) - 2

From a webinar by Church Urban Fund

ABCD shifts focus from what is lacking to what is present, valuable in communities - hidden treasures waiting to be uncovered, celebrated. A new story - one that reflects abundance and potential.

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