News & Stories
World news on poverty – learn about innovative global initiatives that are empowering people in developing countries and changing the world.
Redefining philanthropy beyond the bottom line
We're lucky to have generous supporters in the Opportunity network, like Franca Sala Tenna, using their time and resources to combat global challenges and social injustices.
Read MoreExpanding the health program globally
At Opportunity International Australia, we believe that health is a cornerstone of sustainable development - so it's exciting to expand our health program globally in 2024.
Read MoreRun for Opportunity in 2024
With marathons, fun runs and charity events happening across Australia, there's many opportunities to challenge yourself and best of all, raise critical funds to support our work to help end poverty globally.
Read MoreAustralian churches celebrate Very Different Mother’s…
On Mother’s Day this year, churches across Australia raised money for Opportunity through their church community in celebration of mothers around the world.
Read MoreIn their own words: how community health educators…
Female Health Leaders, trained by Opportunity International Australia’s local partner CDOT, in Bihar and Jharkhand, India are providing health education and services in their communities.
Read MoreThe day I met Bhikhiben
"I remember the day I met Bhikhiben, one of our remarkable clients in rural Gujarat. I saw her incredible resourcefulness as a mother. I also saw her tenacity and resourcefulness in building her business."
Read MoreLeni’s broom business takes off
Leni and her husband Zulfani live in a rural area of South Sumatra, Indonesia, making brooms out of coconut materials. Today their business is thriving and they employ three others.
Read MoreCreating change with innovation: Our 2023 Annual Review
As the world is changing, so too are the needs of people living in poverty. The 2023 Annual Review highlights the work of Opportunity and our supporters, using innovation to change lives.
Read MoreHow a small loan helped Bhikhiben transform her world
Bhikhiben’s story is testament to the power of a small loan. A loan doesn’t just help transform the life of a single woman, but the lives of her entire family and of generations to come
Read MoreMama Ovi’s determination to educate her children
In Indonesia, Mama Ovi was determined to send her youngest child, Leon, to a good kindergarten with the help of a school fee loan.
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