Mar 17, 2026 | Central Asia, Education, Kyrgyzstan
Three schools invited me to a celebratory lunch, during which many heartfelt wishes and plans for future collaboration were shared. My heart melted at the words of one school director, a true rock of a leader, who said, “Three years ago, you began teaching us. All the...
Mar 17, 2026 | Central Asia, Education, Kyrgyzstan
Should we be prepared for opposition or wait for it? You never know where it will come from. At least that’s how it was for me. Just last month, the teachers and I were sitting at the same table, treating each other to food and bestowing good wishes, talking...
Jan 23, 2026 | Central Asia, Education, Kyrgyzstan
We are thankful for open doors to new places. The village we are looking to partner with next is called “Ak-Sai,” which translates as “White River.” There is a small and very cozy school here, and the teachers are friendly and welcoming. The...
Oct 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
Near the community is a river called Big White River, which flows from the mountains and passes close to the village. Locals who partnered with us for Transformational Community Development (TCD) started to build an irrigation gate that needs to be installed in the...
Oct 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
This month, the Transformational Community Development (TCD) work is moving more slowly than before. Families are busy working in the resorts, but we are still getting things done in the rural areas. There are holes in the ditches, and together with the remaining...
