Paulo Lopes in DRC: A Mission Highlighting Tangible Achievements
From April 21 to 30, 2026, the President of ADRA International, Paulo Lopes, accompanied by Africa Regional Director Geoffrey Mbwana and Africa Regional Finance Director Dibden Chileya, conducted a working visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo. Over ten days, ADRA reaffirmed its determination to act on two essential fronts: humanitarian aid and development, for the benefit of the most vulnerable communities.
Justice Is Not Optional: Why Compassion Must Be Paired with Action
Feeling moved by someone’s suffering is not the same as doing something about it. Sympathy is not justice. And in a world where millions of people are hungry, displaced, or denied basic dignity, the gap between feeling and acting matters enormously.
The Biggest Barriers to Education in Developing Countries (And How They’re Being Overcome)
According to Human Rights Watch, 273 million children worldwide are out of school. This is a sobering number, and it begs the question—why is this the case?
It’s not because they don’t want to learn. It’s not because education doesn’t matter to their families. And it’s not because they lack potential or intelligence.
Where Water Flows, Equality Grows
This year, the United Nations has named the theme of World Water Day 2026 Water and Gender, captured by the campaign slogan: ”Where water flows, equality grows.”
Education Is a Lifeline for Girls in Crisis-Affected Countries
On International Day of Education, the global community pauses to recognize a simple but powerful truth: education changes lives. It opens doors, restores dignity, and offers hope where it has been lost.
ADRA Brings Hope to Girls in Congo
It’s called “survival sex” and that we have a term for it lets you know just how common it is.
ADRA Marks Earth Day by Inspiring Global Action
The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is spearheading a global movement to inspire communities to #GoGreenWithADRA in honor of Earth Day (April 22).
World Water Day: ADRA Changes Children’s Lives One Water Basin and Latrine at a Time
ADRA highlights its efforts to improve water and sanitation conditions for global communities on World Water Day.
Safyatu’s Bakery
Located in the heart of Mugamba village, Madame Safyatu Mwamba Tchibola’s small bakery plays a vital role in supplying bread to local residents.
Agriculture’s Contribution to Better Living Conditions
My children and I were miserable because we were in Angola during the war. With the exodus of refugees following this calamity, we returned to our village with nothing.