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Celebrating 40 Years of ADRA – Jean’s Story
To mark our 40 year anniversary, we wanted to hear from some of our staff and showcase a significant experience or memory they have from their time at ADRA. Todayâs story comes from Jean Tiran, Chief Financial Officer (pictured below on a project visit in Zimbabwe). In August 2020, Jean …
Read MoreADRA granted 5-year DFAT re-accreditation status
ADRA Australia has been granted full accreditation from the Australian Government for another five years. The accreditation, through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), means ADRA is eligible to receive annual government funding for development projects. The accreditation process is lengthy and rigorous, designed to ensure NGOs are …
Read MoreADRA Women Leaders Inspire Inclusion
ADRA is honoring International Womenâs Day (March 8) and National Womenâs History Month by spotlighting the amazing stories of the missionâs female leaders. The United Nations designated the 2024 Womenâs theme as the year to “inspire inclusion and invest in womenâs progress.” For over 40 years, ADRA women have made …
Read MoreWomen’s Empowerment in Nepal – Purna’s Story
âI had to experience every day that it is difficult for a woman to lead in my village.â Purna lives in rural Nepal where she runs her own small business growing and selling vegetables. Her husband migrates for work, leaving Purna to care for her children and the household on …
Read MoreTwo Years of Conflict in Ukraine: ADRA’s Ongoing Response
As the conflict in Ukraine continues, countless Ukrainians find themselves displaced, their homes destroyed, and their lives shattered. Since the start of hostilities on 24 February 2022, ADRA launched a global response to assist the millions of women, children, families, and individuals who have fled their homes to escape shelling …
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