Sometimes something touches your heart so deeply that “doing nothing” isn’t an option anymore. It becomes more about finding a way to make a change than it is about finding excuses. Not because the fear goes away, but because the hunger to do Something is deeper than being afraid. That’s how Exile International was born. It was […]
from survivor to leader At 15, Arthur’s home, family and village were violently attacked by a rebel army. That day he was taken from his home and forced to become a child soldier… forced to see and engage in acts of destruction… forced to witness countless acts of murder and rape. After 3 years, he […]
reclaiming her independence Thanks to opportunities to make and sell her jewelry, Angela is reclaiming the independence that was once stolen by the LRA. Today, she is able to care for her children and save money to buy her own land. Angela also leads local development projects serving young mothers and children who were formerly […]
Congolese, former child soldiers (from Exile’s program in Goma, DR Congo) wrote letters to their peers in northern Uganda – child survivors of the LRA. The following transcribes one teen’s powerful message of encouragement, hope and blessing. – – – – – Dear brothers and sisters in Uganda, We great you in Jesus name, Shalom. […]
Stepping back in time on Thursdays to remember and learn from old memories. Here’s a blog from our founder – originally posted on October 18, 2009. – – – I have come to realize my favorite thing about cooler weather. There are many. The slight bite in the air that causes you to hug yourself […]
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