Aruna Blog

After her father left, Zina* was relegated to sleeping on the streets. Her mother and sister at her side, they stayed alive by begging. They soon gained work by scrubbing floors in various homes and businesses. At age 14, Zina...

I was terrified at how fast the needle in the machine moved. It pulled the fabric forward so aggressively and left its marks so permanently. I wasn’t sure I could handle the machine, I wasn’t sure I was ready. …...

Human trafficking exists in virtually every country around the world, but in some locations certain factors coalesce so that it thrives to the traumatic detriment of those most vulnerable. Priya’s story proves this true.  “I grew up in a village...

After the small pot of rice was empty and even though our little bellies longed for more, momma would lay the mat down across the dirt floor. We all slept next to one another. In the cold months it kept...