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A Dream and A Coconut Tree
In 2010, just seven years after a second civil war devastated the Liberian economy, Betty and Anthony Morris opened a school for children in their community. More than 50% of the Liberian population lives below the poverty level, but what Betty and Anthony’s community...
Why Educating Girls Can Change Nations
On October 11, the world celebrated International Day of the Girl Child. Instated by the United Nations in 2012, this day “focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face and to promote girls’ empowerment and the fulfillment of their human rights.”...
Edify Family Experience: Vacation with a Purpose
Every summer Edify hosts opportunities for whole families to experience what life looks like for the schools we partner with and meet local staff, as well as serve together by running a family camp at an Edify partner school. We truly believe that families who serve together not only provide transformation for those they serve, but are transformed themselves. We hope you get a glimpse of what Family Experience is like, and are encouraged to join us next summer!
Jay Mitchell and his family attended the Family Experience trip in July 2017. Him, his wife and four children, as well as the grandparents and cousins also attended. After coming back from his trip, he wanted to share the experience with others. Below is a blog post he shared.
The Global Learning Crisis: Attending School and Learning are not Synonymous
With back to school season in full swing, it is easy to get caught in the whirlwind of school supply lists, making lunches and drop-off lines. Even if you are not in this season of life yourself, it is a recurring norm in American culture. For those of us in the...
Transforming Nations: An Interview with Jose Perez from Guatemala
In last month’s blog Jonathan Mitchell raised the question: if what we are doing is not creating change, why are we doing it? He said, "As more organizations and ministries begin measuring impact, I am excited to see the transformation that will take place for...
Measuring Impact: Why It Matters
For more than 30 years, God has given me the privilege of working in many disadvantaged countries with the aim of putting people’s lives on a higher trajectory, enabling them to take advantage of new opportunities to escape the tangled web of visible and invisible...