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How health knowledge is keeping Ferdousi's family informed
In Bangladesh, limited health education, particularly among women, poses significant challenges to public health — but community Health Leaders like Ferdousi can help turn things around.
Read MoreHow Manjuben is creating jobs for women in her community
With help of a loan, Manjuben turned a passion for sewing into a small business, making pillowcases and clothing for holidays like Diwali.
Read MoreIncrease in profit for smallholder farmers like Anita
Anita accessed small loans from Opportunity’s local partner TLM to build and sustain her small farming business.
Read MoreOpportunity farewells Simon Lynch, Indonesia Director
Recently we bid farewell to Simon Lynch after an incredible 29 years with Opportunity International Australia, working closely with our local partners to serve women and families experiencing poverty.
Read MoreLinking health and gender-based violence prevention
Opportunity International Australia is integrating gender-based violence prevention alongside health initiatives in partnership with one of our local partners in India.
Read MoreIka's ticket of opportunity
For lka, a 25-year-old mother of two from rural Indonesia, her ticket of opportunity came when she received a small loan from Opportunity's local partner.
Read MoreEnhancing education in Pakistan
Early results of EduQuality in Pakistan are promising, with school leaders embracing structured support and training to improve school management, financial planning, and classroom instruction.
Read MoreDisability is no barrier for Hafzarun
Living in a village in northern Bangladesh, Hafzarun works as a Health Leader, delivering health education to improve the health and wellbeing of local families.
Read MoreWelmince weaving her way to success
Mother of five, Welmince, from Soe in West Timor, Indonesia, has built a successful weaving business with the help of a small loan.
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