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Scholastica, a mother and Graduation participant in Kitui, Kenya, forges a better life for her family. By Sarah Allen   There was a time when Scholastica used to plead with her neighbors for a little salt to add to her family’s meals. But, with ten children – four biological and six adopted from her community –...

There’s no greater image than that of a happy, healthy child playing and giggling. By Dana Feldman   Below is en excerpt of a piece originally published in Forbes. Click here to view the full piece. There’s no greater image than that of a happy, healthy child playing and giggling. Unfortunately, as we all know,...

Orange-fleshed sweet potatoes help fight malnutrition in Uganda  With one of the highest rates of malnutrition in the world, Uganda needs solutions like healthy, affordable food. Enter the orange-fleshed sweet potato, fortified with Vitamin A to reduce micronutrient deficiencies in children. BRAC is helping local farmers cultivate the potatoes and educating mothers about their...

Noeline empowers girls in her community  Around the world, adolescent girls are one of the most vulnerable groups. In Uganda, high teenage pregnancy rates and few employment opportunities limit opportunities for young people who can’t afford to finish school. Discover how BRAC’s flagship girls empowerment program has created new opportunities for Noeline.

Discover how Ruth is saving lives in her community  BRAC’s community health worker program is among the largest in Uganda. BRAC trains women to provide basic care to pregnant mothers and children in their community and refer patients to nearby clinics for further care. With a focus on mothers and children under five, community...