Lives Are Touched by Our Projects!
Sophie, a participant in FAR’s “Bicycles for Rimkieta” program, vanished without a trace in April 2024. Now, more than a year later, she’s suddenly back in touch.
May the Earth Rest Lightly Upon You, Dear Mouniratou
Rimkieta is cloaked in grief. Mouniratou, a 10-year-old girl enrolled in the Education for Unschooled Girls, has passed away. Locally, they call it “court maladie” (rapid illness), but it was likely cerebral malaria—a deadly form of infection caused by the Plasmodium falciparum parasite. Rest in peace, dear Mouniratou, and may the earth rest lightly upon you.
Adama: From FAR Intern to Future Burkina Faso Judge—A Success Story
Adama walks with purpose, radiating confidence in every step. His bright, smiling eyes reflect deep gratitude. But a closer look reveals something more: a flicker of fear of life’s fragility and the quiet sorrow of someone who’s come far yet lived with the constant uncertainty of whether he and his siblings would eat each day, and the knowledge that his parents could not afford even basic medical care in case of illness. Though he carries himself with head held high, his heart bears invisible scars, etched by a life of sacrifice that’s felt more than seen.
Celebrating 20 Years of Impact in Rimkieta! Laus Deo!
Blog ＜ Back Celebrating 20 Years of Impact in Rimkieta! Laus Deo! As we close out 2024, we mark an incredible milestone: 20 years of dedicated service in Rimkieta. While it’s tempting to attribute our journey to chance luck, tells me otherwise. The continued...
From Creative Drought to Sowing Hope: The Netri-OVF Garden
Over the last few months I have been stuck in a creative impasse. As you well know, inspirational stories of every sort abound here almost daily. Nevertheless, when I’ve sat down at the computer, I’ve almost unconsciously ended up pressing a single key: “delete.”