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Book Release–UnPoverty: Rich Lessons from the Working Poor

By Opportunity International on September 3, 2010

People living in the most extreme poverty in the world do not just survive: they often enjoy rich family relationships, build vibrant communities and exude deep faith. Their ingenuity, persistence, generosity and self-reliance contain teachings for those of us who happen to have been born into relative economic stability. That is the inspiration and the theme of UnPoverty: Read more…

Posted in Events, Faith in Action, Loans, Our Leadership, Our Motivation, Our Work, What We're Reading
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The Tragedy in Haiti: How You Can Help

By Rob Meloche on January 15, 2010

At Opportunity International we are heartbroken over the horrible suffering and staggering devastation in Haiti. Please join with us in praying for the people of Haiti and supporting the ongoing relief effort. In this immediate aftermath, we would encourage you to consider supporting one of our partners with operations in Haiti or one of the Read more…

Posted in Strategic Partners, Where We Work
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Guest Post: Believe in Sheela

By Guest Post on December 16, 2009

 The following is a guest post by  Desiree Adaway, Sr. Director of Volunteer Mobilization at Habitat for Humanity. It was first posted on her personal blog. I want you to believe in Sheela.  She is  a leader of  Opportunity International’s Baba Trust Group meeting in Chennai, India. Nineteen women have joined together to repay loans, learn accounting skills Read more…

Posted in Trust Groups, Women's Opportunity Network
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