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Turning scrap into a sustainable livelihood
Zarina took out a small loan to grow her waste recycling business, which now provides her with a steady income, while reducing the amount of waste going to landfill or being dumped in her community.
Read MoreLeading the charge for gender equity
A month into the role, new Dia Vikas CEO Arpita Pal Agrawal has been visiting the women we serve and hopes the deepen Opportunity's impact for families in India.
Read MoreMenstrual Education Program Lifting Women Out of Poverty
https://hope1032.com.au/stories/life/social-justice/2023/menstrual-education-program-lifting-women-out-of-poverty/
Read MoreInternational Women's Day: Cracking the code on digital…
Bold, transformative ideas, inclusive technologies, and accessible education can play in combatting discrimination and the marginalisation of women globally, including women like Yohana.
Read MoreAmbassador Ginger's passion for gender equality
As President of Women Entering Business Society at university and a supporter of Opportunity, International Women’s Day has a special place in young ambassador Ginger’s calendar.
Read MoreA Stitch Provides Stable Income in Uncertain Times
When her husband’s job performing at weddings and events came to a standstill during lockdown, Bhavna started a tailoring business to provide for her family.
Read MoreNew CEO for Dia Vikas
We are pleased to announce that Arpita Pal Agrawal has been appointed the new Chief Executive Officer of Dia Vikas, Opportunity International Australia’s microfinance business in India.
Read MoreRatna’s recipe for sweet success
She had dreams for a better life, but Ratna needed just one more ingredient to get started: a small business loan.
Read MoreLynn and Bill supporting Opportunity for life and beyond
“Opportunity has been part of our lives for over 20 years, so it’s only logical that our gift can continue to improve people’s lives, even when we’re not around.”
Read MoreYohana’s work ethic inspires her children
Single mother Yohana likes to work hard. She opened a snack stall in 2017, but wasn’t busy enough, so she set up a second business – tailoring and making garments – with the support of another loan.
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