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Bringing health and hope to Dhaka’s urban ultra-poor
In the heart of Bangladesh’s sprawling urban slums, overcrowding, poverty, and limited access to healthcare, clean water and sanitation are daily realities for ultra-poor women.
Read MoreI’ve seen the cost of women sacrificing their health;…
Eros Gautam, Program Coordinator for Opportunity International Australia shares a personal reflection on what it means to him to see our Health program expand to Nepal.
Read MoreMother’s Day Breakfast in Perth
On the Friday before Mother’s Day this year, Opportunity International Australia hosted a special Mother’s Day Breakfast in Perth to raise money for women and families living in poverty.
Read MoreHealth Program expands to Nepal
This year, Opportunity’s Health Leader program expanded into Nepal, with the aim of reaching 1.19 million people over the next five years.
Read MoreDavid Bussau back in Bali
In the lead-up to our 50th anniversary next year, founder David Bussau made a special trip back to Bali to reunite with Ketut, the first person he ever loaned money to in order to start a business.
Read MoreHope for Joy
Born with a hole in his heart, Joy’s fight for survival is a story of resilience, despite rising costs of healthcare. Discover how a loan and unwavering hope are helping this family hold on.
Read MoreBringing joy and purpose to business
As one of Pro Purpose’s partners, Joyful Finance supports Opportunity, pledging donations through their business. Recently we sat down with Thea and asked her about her purpose and her support of Opportunity.
Read MoreThe Story with Jimmy Colefax - Podcast with David Bussau
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/david-bussau-part-1-23-july-2025/id1521967782?i=1000718536162
Read MoreHow can inclusion work if it leaves people out?
https://www.thejakartapost.com/opinion/2025/07/18/how-can-inclusion-work-if-it-leaves-people-out.html
Read MoreUnderstanding the updated global poverty lines: What…
As updated poverty benchmarks push 125 million more into 'extreme' poverty status, targeted aid and microfinance are more vital than ever.
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