Spreading Awareness & Breaking the Stigma
September 24, 2024
Worldwide, 1 in 20,000 people are born with albinism.
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World Literacy Day: Reaffirming ADRA’s Commitment to Education
September 8, 2024
As we stop to recognize World Literacy Day on September 8, the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) continues to reaffirm its commitment to literacy as a foundational tool for achieving equality, individual empowerment and sustainable development. Michael Kruger, president of ADRA International, emphasizes the importance of literacy in ADRA’s
World Humanitarian Day: ADRA Celebrates Champion of Change Annette Parris
August 19, 2024
On World Humanitarian Day, August 19, the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) recognizes the dedication and compassion of the many professionals whose tireless efforts drive meaningful humanitarian work.
ADRA Vocational Workshops Increase Financial Stability for Honduran Youth
August 14, 2024
As the world observes International Youth Day in August, ADRA is proud to spotlight remarkable young people like Alejandro Flores from La Victoria, Honduras.
ADRA Joins Adventist Young Professionals for Spiritual Growth and Service
August 1, 2024
The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) participated in this year’s Young Professionals Conference, held in Houston, Texas, this past summe
A Gaza Grandfather’s Struggle and Journey Through Conflict and Loss
July 12, 2024
Abed Odeh, a 65-year-old resident of Beit Lahia in the north of Gaza, once led a peaceful life surrounded by his large family of 25. A father of eight, Abed saw all his children graduate from university with high honors
Poverty in Paradise
July 1, 2024
In a small village in Honduras lives a woman named Santos. A mother of four children, her days are filled with love for her children, but also the harsh reality of living in poverty.
Schools Out, Funs In, Summer Rules!
June 20, 2024
Hear ye, hear ye, the most anticipated time of the year has finally arrived, and no, I’m not talking about Christmas.
Empowering Refugees: Ahmed’s Journey of Learning Against All Odds
June 3, 2024
Meet Ahmed, an 11-year-old refugee who fled the war in Syria with his family a decade ago, seeking safety in Lebanon. Ahmed and his family now live in a makeshift tent made of tarpaulins and various scraps, near a cashew nut farm owned by their landlord. During school breaks, Ahmed and his siblings work on the farm in exchange for their monthly rent, as their father can no longer work due to chronic leg pain
The flight of Ahmed Mohamed
May 21, 2024
Pastor Ahmed Mohamed knelt by the side of the dusty road where he, his wife and three children had paused to rest.
Mother’s Day: ADRA Delivers Hope and Help to Moms Worldwide
May 11, 2025
ADRA is honoring mothers throughout May, a time when many communities around the world celebrate Mother’s Day.
Take your giving to the next level: Planned gifts that provide tax benefits
March 25, 2025
As the 2024 tax year wraps up, you may be looking for a way to save on taxes in 2025.
Transforming Communities: How Goat Farming is Changing Lives in Bangladesh
March 10, 2025
In the remote village of Dacope, Bangladesh, where the land is affected by high salinity and farming is a challenge, families struggle to find reliable sources of income. For women in particular, opportunities to earn a living and support their families are limited.
GAZA Ceasefire: ADRA Ramps Up Aid to Combat Hunger and Aid Vulnerable Communities
January 23, 2025
The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is mobilizing critical, life-saving aid to support communities in Gaza following the recent Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement.
Restoring Hope and Reuniting Families: ADRA’s Lifesaving Work for Migrants
December 19, 2024
On World Migrant Day, we pause to reflect on the resilience and courage of millions of migrants worldwide and honor the organizations that tirelessly work to support them.
Bringing Relief and Hope: ADRA’s Emergency Response Efforts in 2024
December 16, 2024
In 2024, the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) reaffirmed its role as a global leader in disaster response and humanitarian aid, addressing more than 114 emergencies across the globe.
From California to Peru: A Journey of Faith and Service
November 21, 2024
What inspires a young chiropractor to leave the comfort of Southern California, step away from modern-day conveniences, and travel to Peru in the middle of their winter to build homes for those in need?
A Young Heart for Service Inspires a Global Mission
October 16, 2024
“Helping others isn’t a job you apply for, it’s something that’s in your heart”, says Miranda Christina Jobe, aged 9.
ADRA Hosts Mental Health Webinar: “Let’s Talk Mental Health: How Can I Help My Child.”
October 7, 2024
“Nearly 20%—that’s one in five children— ages 3-17 in the U.S. have a mental, developmental, or behavioral disorder, like ADHD, anxiety, behavior issues, or depression,” says ADRA International’s Mental Health Specialist, Weanne Estrada-Magbunua, MPH, during the upcoming “Let’s Talk Mental Health: How Can I Help My Child” webinar. To start conversations
ADRA Brings Hope to Girls in Congo
October 3, 2024
It’s called “survival sex” and that we have a term for it lets you know just how common it is.