“We’re not storm-free but we can be storm-proof.”

Opportunity’s Summer Magazine has hit the shelves! This edition explores the concept of resilience in the face of adversity by hearing from those impacted by one of the strongest storms to hit the northeastern Philippines this year.. You can read more about how Opportunity clients have been impacted by weather events, how we can reduce their vulnerability and how they can build resilience on page 5 and 6.

We also know that according to the Australian Communities Forum, almost 70% of charity givers think transparent reporting is essential. We’re excited to share with you a snapshot of the ‘Social Performance 2016 Update: Transforming Lives’ which showcases the results of our work in the areas of agriculture, education and health care. You can see this on page 8 and 9.

“It’s not every day your business trip takes you to the hazy yet colourful communities of central India." This is unless you’re like Allan English, founder of Silver Chef and Opportunity Council member. In this edition, we travel with Allan English on an Opportunity Insight Trip to India where he meets Praseeda, a passionate woman who runs Samhita, one of Opportunity’s program partners in Bhopal. You can read more on page 11.

You can also find out about Christopher Bailey, a recent business degree graduate who decided he wanted to do something extraordinary to help make a difference for families in need. His story is on page 12 and 13.

And finally, you can learn about becoming an Ambassador for Opportunity and utilise your passion for helping those in poverty on page 14.

We are incredibly grateful for your support!

Read Opportunity’s Magazine here.