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Teaching Marketable Skills In Uganda
STORIES OF HOPE AND BRIGHT FUTURES
yvonneweinstein
Dec 18, 20242 min read
Inflation is Biting Ugandans in the Patooti, too!
Just like in the U.S., inflation has impacted the cost of materials—sewing supplies, soap-making materials, food, fuel for the generator,...
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Jeff & Yvonne Weinstein
Oct 29, 20242 min read
Prefect? Perfect? Meet 8-year-old Jemimah, the Perfect Library Prefect!
In a school-wide vote, she emerged victorious, earning the most votes and the title of Library Prefect.
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yvonneweinstein
Oct 29, 20243 min read
Sowing Seeds of Change: How Your Giving is Transforming Education in Uganda
Moses Ouma, a dedicated head teacher with a passion for education has found a powerful ally in Empowering Ugandans.
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yvonneweinstein
Oct 23, 20243 min read
"Empowering Ugandans became our partners in keeping the community from starving,” Pastor Simon Oloyojok.
A Partnership Born of Adversity by guest blogger David Oaks In Gulu, Jeff and Yvonne’s Ugandan home base for ministry, God blessed them...
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yvonneweinstein
Sep 12, 20243 min read
Geoffrey Ojok: Transforming Lives Through Education in Uganda
With the help of the Empowering Ugandans giving community, Geoffrey has turned a once-empty room into a vibrant hub of knowledge and growth.
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Jeff & Yvonne Weinstein
Sep 4, 20242 min read
Deanna, One Laptop & Changed Lives in Uganda
This is the story of a friend named Deanna and how one laptop became a catalyst for change in Uganda.
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yvonneweinstein
Aug 22, 20242 min read
You & Dominic Toonekalit are Revolutionizing Ugandan Ministry
Dominic Toonekalit is spearheading a digital revolution in Ugandan pastoral ministry.
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yvonneweinstein
Aug 16, 20242 min read
From Security Guard to Sewing Instructor: Gabriel Obwoya’s Journey with Empowering Ugandans
We celebrate Gabrielle Obwoya, a shining example of the resilient, hardworking, and generous spirit that defines the Ugandan people.
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Jeff & Yvonne Weinstein
Jul 24, 20241 min read
And Poof! Just Like That, You've Changed a ViIllage
Village women gathered for a sewing workshop led by Shirley Moran and myself. Starting with fewer than 25 participants, each woman...
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Jeff & Yvonne Weinstein
Jul 22, 20242 min read
From Student to Teacher: Daniel Comboni’s Journey of Empowerment and Service
Daniel’s journey from scholarship recipient to empowering instructor beautifully illustrates the cycle of giving and serving.
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Jeff & Yvonne Weinstein
Jul 21, 20243 min read
Volunteer/Donor Spotlight: Shirley Moran’s Dedication to Empowering Ugandans
Shirley Moran’s journey with Empowering Ugandans showcases the impact of friendship, trust, and a shared vision for empowering others.
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Jeff & Yvonne Weinstein
Jul 12, 20242 min read
You Gave & Margaret Acomo Became an Entrepreneur!
In the heart of Uganda, a story of transformation unfolds—one that exemplifies the life-changing impact of Empowering Ugandans.
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Jeff & Yvonne Weinstein
Oct 18, 20231 min read
My Goodness! Look at What You’ve Done!
Do you remember the Raincross Quilt Guild meeting back in 2019 when so many members presented donations to begin sewing classes in...
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Jeff & Yvonne Weinstein
Jun 9, 20232 min read
From Zero to 750 in a little more than 4 months!
We have some fun good news about the library at Hope of Glory Christian School in Uganda. The library is now open! It is so good to see...
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Jeff & Yvonne Weinstein
Apr 22, 20231 min read
How 2 Soccer Balls and 2 Jump Ropes Changed a School
Jeff and Jacob visited Pastor Edward Mosingi and a school he started in his village. They gave the gifts of 2 soccer balls and 2 jump...
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Jeff & Yvonne Weinstein
Jul 8, 20221 min read
Sandra- From Bricklayer to Seamstress
There are so many people in Uganda who touch our hearts. One is Sandra, a young woman hard at work in the hot sun, mixing mortar, loading...
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Jeff & Yvonne Weinstein
Jun 8, 20222 min read
A New Lockdown in Place, June 7, 2021
Exactly one month after we landed in Uganda, President Museveni announced the second nationwide COVID Lockdown. Why? COVID cases have...
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Jeff & Yvonne Weinstein
Mar 3, 20222 min read
Changing Marshmallows into Goats
!!! Reader Beware: Photos in this post include those of goats being prepared for cooking. Please do not read if these might be offensive...
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Jeff & Yvonne Weinstein
Feb 21, 20221 min read
A Huge Yam!
While we were in Adjumani a few days ago, the ladies honored me with the gift of the largest YAM I have ever seen. Always doing things in...
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Jeff & Yvonne Weinstein
Feb 11, 20222 min read
I Almost Stepped on a Humble Baby
Meet Joyce.and her sweet baby Wilma. They are the stars of the show. I almost stepped on a humble baby. It was a very close call! Helping...
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