She Used Her Time to Build a Future: Meseret’s Story
Debby DeRosa Debby DeRosa

She Used Her Time to Build a Future: Meseret’s Story

When Meseret finally had a saxophone of her own, she didn't just practice; she found her voice. Today, she's performing for crowds, graduating from a year-long videography program, learning Korean, and dreaming of building a career alongside her brother. Find out how one simple gift helped Meseret make room for a bigger future.

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From Learning a Skill to Running a Business: Kal’s Story
Debby DeRosa Debby DeRosa

From Learning a Skill to Running a Business: Kal’s Story

When Kal arrived at America World's Bete Hosanna program, she had no trade, no plan, and no way to support herself. Today, she's a business owner, an accountant, and just months away from earning her college degree. Read how an investment in one young woman's future changed everything.

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Families Building Their Own Futures in Ethiopia
Debby DeRosa Debby DeRosa

Families Building Their Own Futures in Ethiopia

Last year, six families in Ethiopia launched businesses, became fully self-sufficient, and graduated from our Family Empowerment Program. Meet Frita and Blaine and discover how hope, opportunity, and partnership are helping families build lasting futures.

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From the Streets to a Future: Mitike’s Story
Debby DeRosa Debby DeRosa

From the Streets to a Future: Mitike’s Story

Meet Mitike, whom America World first met as a determined teenage girl in an Ethiopian orphanage. Today, she’s a hotel manager, pastry chef-in-training, wife, and mother. Discover how Bete Hosanna helped transform her hopes for the future into reality — and how you can help more girls find hope and opportunity.

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