Transforming Communities: A Reflection by Our Executive Director
I just came back from Neema a couple of weeks ago—not that I did not want to go earlier but, because of COVID-19, we postponed this trip until we felt it was safe for both our Kenyan colleagues and us to travel there. Since I started working at Neema back in January, I have talked (mostly over Zoom, COVID oblige) with the teams here and in Kenya about Neema. I have seen pictures and videos. And I even learned some Swahili. So, in a way, going to Neema was not like going to an unfamiliar place.
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Mission: an important assignment carried out by Leslee Albright
Thanks to our vantage point of “walking alongside”, we are blessed to witness the efforts and results of the execution of Neema's mission. As accountants, we are privileged to support and assist the Neema team as they responsibly steward the financial resources entrusted to them by donors in order to carry out the work God has called them to.
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Hope Renewed
Neema is the fresh scent of water to these girls, and I am just privileged to be part of the watering system to enhance the nurturing, and hence, renewal of hope. The uniqueness of this project never ceases to awe me. How in the world does a young woman, after going through tough life situations, receive a second chance by getting life skills training while her child is a few meters away receiving much needed care by dedicated staff?
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What keeps you from deciding to give back?
Tithing is no comfortable topic, but it’s one that we, as believers, have to wrestle with. I wrote this article recently to share my thoughts on effective and sustainable compassion. Although I’ve never felt quite confident in my donation strategies, there are a few things I try to keep an eye on as I give: reminding myself of the biblical reasoning, developing the habit of generosity, and watching the fears inside me.
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See Our Mid-Year Impact Report!
View Neema's numbers on Covid restrictions, food deliveries, and fundraising events.
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Purity's Story: Forgiveness and Reconciliation with Her Father
Her father shared, "I couldn’t believe that Purity asked me for forgiveness after she disrespected me. I had sworn not to forgive her, but seeing her so humble and genuinely sorry, my heart just melted. If my daughter can humble herself, there is a God at Neema, and you are definitely teaching our girls the right things.”
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How Staying Committed Makes a Long-Term Impact
Neema is a rare, international partnership of people working together cross-culturally for the same vision. It is a collaboration of faith, mutual respect, and equality. To me, it is a much needed example in this world of what humans are called to be with one another—what we are created for.
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