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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Ramzan Bhaiyya used to be known as one of Jaipur’s “railway children.” He was living on the streets, near the train station, among scores of young kids who either beg – with almost no clothes on, and little food in their stomach – or collect and sell used plastic bottles. Most of them suffer from drug addiction, from sniffing glue or anything else they can find. They’re vulnerable to disease, violence, sexual and emotional abuse, though no one seems to care. No one, except for a non-profit organization named FXB India Suraksha, or FXBIS.</strong></p>
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<p>Back in 2009, FXBIS social workers met with Ramzan, who was then just 7 years old – and already addicted to sniffing glue. They invited him to their Day Care center: a place where he could rest, eat, study, recover from drugs, and get back on his feet. Rather than ignore them, Ramzan chose to follow the social workers. Day by day, his life would be “saved.” Today, he’s a self-sustained artist who also teaches art to street children at the same Day Care center that rescued him.</p>
<p>ConnectAID’s Field Reporters recently met with Ramzan, now 21, to learn how one NGO can change someone’s life for the good – and has even enabled him to dream big about his future.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-1321 alignleft" src="https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/arushi-and-ramzan-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="372" height="279" srcset="https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/arushi-and-ramzan-300x225.jpg 300w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/arushi-and-ramzan-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/arushi-and-ramzan-768x576.jpg 768w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/arushi-and-ramzan-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/arushi-and-ramzan-200x150.jpg 200w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/arushi-and-ramzan-160x120.jpg 160w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/arushi-and-ramzan.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 372px) 100vw, 372px" />“When I was 7, I was saved by FXB,” he explained to a ConnectAID Field Reporter, Arushi Tangri. “Today, I give back by teaching kids how to draw. I also create my own art on the side. I want to become an internationally recognized artist and explore the creativity inside me.”</p>
<p>Ramzan is not alone. He’s one of 300 children whom FXBIS social workers have saved over the years, by pulling them off the street, educating them and giving them a chance at a better future. Through their Day Care center – which is run by Director Mamta Borgoyary – the NGO continues to provide hundreds of children with shelter, food, access to counselling services, basic healthcare, educational support, recreation and many other needed support services. Ramzan himself has evolved into a symbol of courage and determination for today’s children; listening to his stories, they’re inspired by his efforts and want to become just like him.</p>
<p>“Every year, thousands more children live on the streets: unsafe, uncared for and denied the basic human rights of food, shelter and education,” says Borgoyary, who participated in the foundation of the NGO program in 2007. “These children grow up trapped in the vicious cycle of poverty and deprivation. Ramzan is a true example of how a nurturing environment can completely transform lives of children and help them emerge as a beacon of light. It is our endeavour to provide that environment to such vulnerable children, to not only educate and nurture them but also help them positively impact other such vulnerable lives.”</p>
<p>Ramzan’s story is typical, in many ways. He was born in a small town in the eastern part of India. Due to poverty, he was forced to quit school and ran away, finding himself homeless at Jaipur’s main railway station. His mother and three siblings joined him in the city; they barely made a living through scavenging for used water bottles from the railway tracks, then selling them to recyclers. Drugs enabled him to ignore the cold at night and to fall asleep, he explained.</p>
<p>“Like any other child of the slum near the railway station, I was involved with picking plastic bottles and different kinds of plastic wastes from the train tracks. After which, we would use the money to buy drugs,” says the young artist. “My friends used to push me to consume drugs, after which I’d lose consciousness – and also track of time.”</p>
<p>Ramzan explained that children start by consuming alcohol and beedis (a local Indian cigarette), then switch to harder drugs available in the slums. These kinds of drugs can be fatal. He says he saw several children younger than 18 lose their lives due to these drugs, including sniffing harmful chemicals such as a lubricant used as adhesive for tube-tires in cars. The children not only grow addicted, but lose their mental ability to think clearly. Ramzan’s brother lost one leg while on drugs.</p>
<p>When FXBIS first took him onboard, Ramzan was shy, traumatised and scared of the sexual and physical abuses he had suffered while living on the streets. He preferred to sit in a corner and draw. The non-profit worked with him slowly, with patience and encouragement. He came to the center every day to take a bath, eat proper food and just relax with his drawing book and pencil.</p>
<p>Gradually, he became more and more comfortable at the center and started participating in educational classes. His leadership skills emerged and he started taking care of other children. He’d also speak out against the exploitation and abuse of children. Having himself battled through the pain, anxiety and trauma, Ramzan is today considered “one of them” by the other kids.</p>
<p>After describing his dreadful past, Ramzan narrated how it took him around three years after joining the center to overcome his addiction to drugs and toxic substances. After helping treat his addiction, the non-profit connected him with a professional artist, for whom he served three years as a trainee. Today, he not only teaches art twice a week to the street children, he also works as a helper by cooking meals for them. Ramzan explains how poverty pushes these young children to leave school, fend for their families from a young age, and end up falling into the trap of drug addiction – with a bleak future.</p>
<p>That’s why he’s so grateful to the FXBIS staff for rescuing him. Especially Mamta Borgoyary. While at the center, ConnectAID witnessed an emotional moment when the young artist offered Borgoyary a portrait of her and her mother, which he himself had painted. He explained that it was his way to say “Thank you for everything you’ve done for me.” With tears in her eyes, she accepted his gift.</p>
<p>ConnectAID’s Field Reporter asked Ramzan what he now wants to do to help other street children who live the life he used to. He’ll continue to help children in the Day Care Center to overcome trauma through art. He’s also begun to sell his drawings online. Furthermore, he is also instrumental in outreach and advocacy, giving a voice to the voiceless, forgotten children.</p>
<p>“I want to earn a lot of money and help these kids get an education,” says Ramzan. “So that they can provide a basic standard of living for their families, who still struggle in extreme poverty.”</p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2022 11:32:41 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[ConnectAID recently interviewed Satya Prakash, the Chief Operating Officer of our NGO Member, FXB India Suraksha (FXBIS), during our humanitarian mission to India. He revealed many shocking incidents of human trafficking and his organization&#8217;s approach towards tackling this menace and lowering the number of child and women trafficking in India. &#160; The Situation Worldwide: Human...]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h6>ConnectAID recently interviewed Satya Prakash, the Chief Operating Officer of our NGO Member, FXB India Suraksha (FXBIS), during our humanitarian mission to India. He revealed many shocking incidents of human trafficking and his organization&#8217;s approach towards tackling this menace and lowering the number of child and women trafficking in India.</h6>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The Situation Worldwide:</strong><br />
Human Trafficking, also called trafficking in persons, is a form of modern-day slavery involving the illegal transport of individuals by force or deception for the purpose of labor, sexual exploitation, organ transplantation, or activities that financially benefit the trafficker. Human trafficking has affected people of all ages globally, with estimates suggesting that approximately 1,000,000 people are trafficked each year worldwide. Between 20,000 and 50,000 people are trafficked into the United States, which is one of the largest destinations for victims of the sex-trafficking trade.</p>
<p>According to the UNODC Report, the most common form of human trafficking is sexual exploitation, which accounts for 79% of all cases. The victims of sexual exploitation are predominantly women and girls belonging to indigenous communities. In 30% of the countries that provided information on the gender of traffickers, women make up the largest proportion of traffickers. The second most prevalent purpose for human trafficking is forced labor, and worldwide, nearly 20% of all trafficking victims are children.</p>
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<p><strong>Lives Impacted:</strong><br />
FXB India Suraksha&#8217;s interventions have been recognized as models to emulate at the UN Permanent Forum on indigenous issues. The organization has successfully rescued over 800 women and children from trafficking situations. The grassroots programs of FXB India Suraksha have reached over 60,000 children and community members, reducing their vulnerability to trafficking.</p>
<p><strong>Training Program for Law Enforcement Personnel:</strong><br />
FXBIS has trained over 15,000 law enforcement personnel, including the Border Security forces, and other stakeholders on the human trafficking framework and child rights in India. During our interview with Satya Prakash, he mentioned that FXB India Suraksha has conducted ground research and written extensively on topics commissioned by the UNODC, UNDP, J/TIP-the Asia Foundation, and Harvard University, among others.</p>
<figure id="attachment_718" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-718" style="width: 297px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-718" style="margin-right: var(--global-md-spacing);" src="https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IMG_7032-scaled.jpg" alt="Gaelle Mogli, Founder of ConnectAID, and Satya Pradesh, FXB India Suraksha" width="297" height="396" srcset="https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IMG_7032-scaled.jpg 1920w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IMG_7032-225x300.jpg 225w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IMG_7032-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IMG_7032-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IMG_7032-1536x2048.jpg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 297px) 100vw, 297px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-718" class="wp-caption-text">Gaelle Mogli, Founder of ConnectAID, and Satya Prakash, COO of FXB India Suraksha                                                                                                                                                                         </figcaption></figure>
<p><strong>Sunday Service:<br />
</strong>Satya Prakash told us about the organization&#8217;s program called &#8220;Sunday Service,&#8221; which aims to educate people about human trafficking and identify potential victims who are at risk of being trafficked. The team members of FXB India Suraksha visit churches every Sunday and conduct awareness generation programs on human trafficking and related issues.</p>
<p>The inspiration behind starting the &#8220;Sunday Service&#8221; program came from a horrible incident that took place in the year 2013, wherein a pastor of a church in the Indian city of Jaipur, Rajasthan, trafficked over 50 children from the North-Eastern states of Manipur and Nagaland under the pretext of free education. The pastor kept raping the girls who had not even reached puberty, so he could escape from the risk of impregnating them. Prakash found the girls locked up by the pastor in a room for over six months, where they were sexually exploited. This horrifying incident made him start the awareness program on trafficking, called &#8220;Sunday Service,&#8221; in churches across many Indian states.</p>
<p><strong>Hotline Number and identification tool:<br />
</strong>The Hotline number (CHILDLINE) 1098 which was initiated by Satya Prakash with the help of The Ministry of Women and Child Development. It provides support to vulnerable children who are victims of trafficking and abuse. The Hotline operates 24/7 and is available in two Indian districts of Noida (in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh) and Ukhrul (in the Indian State of Manipur).</p>
<p><span style="font-family: var(--global-body-font-family);">FXB India Suraksha, under the leadership of Satya Prakash, has also designed an identification tool/checklist to help law enforcement agencies identify potential victims of trafficking. </span><span style="font-family: var(--global-body-font-family);">This tool has been well-received by law enforcement personnel and has already been implemented in the Indian states of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.</span></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-1343 size-medium alignleft" src="https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/BUGBEE_FXB_India_010-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/BUGBEE_FXB_India_010-300x200.jpg 300w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/BUGBEE_FXB_India_010-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/BUGBEE_FXB_India_010-768x512.jpg 768w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/BUGBEE_FXB_India_010-120x80.jpg 120w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/BUGBEE_FXB_India_010-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/BUGBEE_FXB_India_010-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/BUGBEE_FXB_India_010-225x150.jpg 225w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/BUGBEE_FXB_India_010-180x120.jpg 180w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />Satya Prakash&#8217;s dedication and efforts to combat human trafficking and protect the rights of children are commendable. His work has been recognized by the international community, including being awarded the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) Impact Awards by The U.S. Department of State. It is crucial to continue supporting NGOs like FXB India Suraksha in their efforts to reach the 17 Sustainable Development Goals set by the international community. Together, we can help prevent and eradicate human trafficking.</p>
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<p><strong>By Sushmita Das and Micaela Jayne Krumzeide, ConnectAID Community Advocates</strong></p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Gaelle Mogli]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 11:14:50 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Interview with Mamta Borgoyary, Head of FXB India Suraksha During ConnectAID&#8217;s humanitarian mission to India, our founder Gaëlle Mogli interviewed Mamta Borgoyary, the head of our NGO member FXB India Suraksha. The nonprofit organization works in 14 states in India, primarily with women and children. All their work is centered around reviving the well-being and...]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><strong>Interview with Mamta Borgoyary, Head of FXB India Suraksha</strong></h3>
<h6><strong>During ConnectAID&#8217;s humanitarian mission to India, our founder Gaëlle Mogli interviewed Mamta Borgoyary, the head of our NGO member FXB India Suraksha. The nonprofit organization works in 14 states in India, primarily with women and children. All their work is centered around reviving the well-being and dignity of human beings.</strong></h6>
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<p><strong>Gaëlle Mogli: Dear Mamta, I have known you for years, and it is such a pleasure for me to be here in India with you and for ConnectAID to support your nonprofit organization. What you do deserves international recognition.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Mamta Borgoyary:</strong> Heartfelt gratitude and thank you, Gaëlle, for ConnectAID and your entire team. You have done volunteer work, and I have no words to express how much you have impacted our nonprofit. I have personally been associated with ConnectAID for the last two years, if not more. I&#8217;ve seen how ConnectAID is making an impact by providing very important things which the NGO sector and the civil society sector are not able to do:</p>
<p>One is connecting like-minded people with people who have a common purpose and passion. I have personally interacted with many NGO partners and SGD influencers from your network. You have provided free webinars on important technical subjects that have been very useful for an organization like ours.</p>
<p>Second, and most importantly, every day we work in the field, and there is always a challenge. We are making changes in the lives of the children we work for, but we are never able to share our stories with others. ConnectAID has done a wonderful job in helping us share our story with the world. Having Pablo, Arushi, and you here to teach us how to tell our stories better has been the most valuable part of this visit. The technical sessions where you showed our entire team how to capture good videos and tips on storytelling made us so grateful. Our team members on the field are already sending in more videos. So, thank you very much for what you did for us.</p>
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<p><strong>Gaëlle Mogli: You are more than welcome, Mamta. Your projects deserve the best, as they literally change lives. Could you please tell us more about the story of one of your projects, the FXB day care center in Jaipur?</strong></p>
<p><strong>Mamta Borgoyary:</strong> In 2007, FXB India Surashka came to Rajasthan, specifically to Jaipur. We had been working before that in Jaipur at the railway station where we found a lot of children living on the platforms in very poor conditions. They were homeless, into drugs, had no food, and were living in a very unsafe environment that had health issues showing skin diseases.</p>
<p>We held several health camps with those children. During these health camps, we realized what they actually need would not work through health camps. What they need is love, what they need is a place that is a home because they are all homeless. Today, our job is to go to the stations and speak to the children. We tell them to come over to the day care center where they can spend their days instead of spending them on the railway platform picking up bottles and earning money from selling them. The idea is to make their lives safe.</p>
<p><strong>Gaëlle Mogli: How do you allow them to enjoy their childhood, and how do you help children so they can have a better life?</strong></p>
<p><strong>Mamta Borgoyary:</strong> This Center is basically looking at providing a home for the homeless. A home for the children who come from the railway station in the city and from different parts of the country because of abuse at home, poverty, and lack of food. As you know, they board trains and go wherever they asked me if I had any experience working in a team.</p>
<p>&#8220;Yes, I have experience working in a team. In my previous job, I was a part of a team responsible for developing a new software application. My role was to design and implement the front-end interface. I collaborated closely with the back-end developers to ensure that the front-end and back-end components were seamlessly integrated. I also worked closely with the quality assurance team to ensure that the application met all functional requirements and was bug-free before release.</p>
<p>In addition to my work experience, I have also participated in team-based projects during my academic studies. For example, I worked on a group project in a software engineering course where we developed a mobile application. My role in the team was to design the user interface and ensure that it was user-friendly and aesthetically pleasing. I collaborated with the other team members to ensure that the application met all functional requirements and that the code was well-structured and maintainable.</p>
<p>Overall, I believe that my experience working in a team has prepared me well for collaborative work environments. I am comfortable working with colleagues with diverse backgrounds and skill sets and am always willing to contribute my expertise to achieve our shared goals.&#8221;</p>
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		<title>ConnectAID: Interview with its Founder</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Gaelle Mogli]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2022 13:26:22 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Founder Gaelle Mogli responds to questions regarding ConnectAID, the International Solidarity Network. What is your background prior to ConnectAID? «ConnectAID is a reflection of my commitment to the humanitarian world» After completing my studies in the United States, I worked as a journalist in Latin America. Through my research and work on the rights...]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Our Founder Gaelle Mogli responds to questions regarding ConnectAID, the International Solidarity Network.</strong></p>
<h4>What is your background prior to ConnectAID?</h4>
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<h5>«ConnectAID is a reflection of my commitment to the humanitarian world»</h5>
<p>After completing my studies in the United States, I worked as a journalist in Latin America. Through my research and work on the rights of Indigenous people, I was introduced to sustainable development. I have decided to dedicate my career to the humanitarian sector ever since. I started working for UNICEF in 2004, carrying out for many years various field missions across all continents (for example in Nepal, Malawi, Vanuatu, Kazakhastan, Tajikistan, Romania and many more countries). I then worked for about 4 years as a Spokesperson for several United Nations agencies in Geneva. And then I founded ConnectAID – a project which is in line with my commitment to the humanitarian world.</p></blockquote>
<h4>What is ConnectAID and why do we need an international solidarity network?</h4>
<blockquote><p>ConnectAID is an innovative social impact network and communication service provider dedicated to supporting grassroots organizations worldwide. We shine a light on their high-impact projects and raise awareness about their causes.</p>
<h5>«Our Members have access to the tools they need to communicate about their actions»</h5>
<p>In today&#8217;s world, there are countless Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) facing tough competition and skepticism from donors unsure of where to contribute or if their donations truly make a difference. Nonprofits must excel in communication and fundraising to ensure their efficiency, which requires significant time and resources. This ultimately limits the funds available for their vital projects.</p>
<p>Recognizing these challenges, we created ConnectAID—a network that empowers individuals, associations, foundations, NGOs, and corporations to become agents of change. On our website, anyone can gain access to a catalog of vetted sustainable projects, while nonprofits benefit from the tools needed to effectively communicate their actions, saving valuable time and resources.</p></blockquote>
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<h4>How does ConnectAID contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals ?</h4>
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<h5>«The 17 SDGs are at the heart of ConnectAID»</h5>
<p>The projects featured on our platform align with these goals set by the international community to end poverty, protect the environment, and promote sustainable development by 2030. Our platform covers various objectives, including poverty alleviation, education support, and healthcare provision. We embody the 17th SDG by fostering global partnerships, encouraging solidarity among organizations, individuals, and the private sector.</p></blockquote>
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<h4>What makes ConnectAID different?</h4>
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<h5>«ConnectAID is a viral platform establishing long-term relationships between nonprofit organizations and foundations»</h5>
<p>ConnectAID is a unique platform that sets itself apart in the humanitarian landscape. We have moved beyond traditional fundraising to focus on building a global network of solidarity and empowering nonprofits in new and innovative ways. ConnectAID is now a dynamic social impact network that fosters direct connections and long-term relationships between nonprofits, individuals, and organizations. Our goal is to amplify the reach and impact of grassroots initiatives by providing them with the tools, resources, and communication support they need to thrive.</p>
<p>We offer a range of specialized services tailored to the needs of nonprofits, such as affordable communication solutions and access to a global community of like-minded changemakers. By leveraging technology and collaboration, we enable nonprofits to maximize their efficiency, showcase their impact, and establish meaningful partnerships.</p>
<p>At ConnectAID, we believe that sustainable development requires more than just financial contributions. It demands active engagement, knowledge sharing, and collective action. Through our wide outreach on all social networks, we facilitate the exchange of ideas, expertise, and resources, creating a powerful ecosystem of positive change.</p></blockquote>
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<h4>Who are your partners and what projects and services are offered?</h4>
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<h5>«Our goal is to support international organizations so they can mitigate the impact of humanitarian crisis, achieve the Sustainable Development Goals and devote more time and attention to their projects in the field»</h5>
<p>ConnectAID offers a curated selection of humanitarian projects known for their sustainability and impact in the field. We support various organizations such as She Changes Climate, the World Geospatial Industry Council, Climate and Sustainability, FXB India Suraksha, the Antara Foundation, among many others.</p>
<p>On our network, nonprofits are not in competition with each other. On the contrary, we created a strong group of organizations that support each others. This is the strength of our vision: partnership and solidarity.</p>
<p>We also offer affordable communication services to foundations and NGOs, enabling them to focus on their fieldwork. Our Ambassador Program and tailored &#8220;Solidarity Trips&#8221; further strengthen the bond between donors, beneficiaries, and nonprofits on the ground.</p></blockquote>
<h6>Our ambition is to ‘revolutionize’ the world of international solidarity at a time when it is more needed than ever, for greater humanitarian impact on local communities.</h6>
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		<title>Tibetan Children&#8217;s Village: A Home for Orphans and Refugees</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Gaelle Mogli]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2022 13:57:43 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[ConnectAID founder, Gaelle Mogli, was invited to visit the Tibetan Children&#8217;s Village (TCV) and interviewed its coordinator in Dharamshala, India. The TCV is a nonprofit organization that provides education and care for Tibetan children who are orphans, refugees, or otherwise in need. The organization was founded in 1960 by the Dalai Lama and has since...]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>ConnectAID founder, Gaelle Mogli, was invited to visit the Tibetan Children&#8217;s Village (TCV) and interviewed its coordinator in Dharamshala, India. The TCV is a nonprofit organization that provides education and care for Tibetan children who are orphans, refugees, or otherwise in need. The organization was founded in 1960 by the Dalai Lama and has since become a home to over 58,000 children.</strong></p>
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<p>Tsenkyi (the last name of the coordinator will remain anonymous for security reasons), who came to the TCV at the age of four and never saw her parents again, shared about the challenges of running the village and caring for the children. &#8220;We depend on sponsorships and donations to survive,&#8221; she said. &#8220;It&#8217;s a constant struggle to provide for everyone and ensure that they have a good life here.&#8221; ConnectAID will not display her last name for security reasons as she still has family in Tibet.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-1861 alignleft" src="https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tibetan-girl-300x225.jpeg" alt="Tibetan girl" width="336" height="252" srcset="https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tibetan-girl-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tibetan-girl-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tibetan-girl-768x576.jpeg 768w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tibetan-girl-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tibetan-girl-200x150.jpeg 200w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tibetan-girl-160x120.jpeg 160w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tibetan-girl.jpeg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 336px) 100vw, 336px" />One of the biggest challenges that the TCV faces is the physical and emotional trauma that some of the children have experienced. Many of the children have been orphaned or separated from their families as a result of the Chinese occupation of Tibet. Some have even suffered injuries or amputations during their escape from China, walking during night time only through the Himalayas.</p>
<p>Despite these challenges, the TCV provides a safe and nurturing environment for the children to grow and thrive. The village has its own schools, healthcare facilities, and even a small farm where the children can learn about agriculture and sustainability. Tsenkyi shared that the TCV also focuses on preserving Tibetan culture and heritage by teaching the children about their language, history, and traditions. On average, 70% of the students then go to university to continue higher education.</p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-1860 alignleft" src="https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tibetan-children-300x225.jpeg" alt="Tibetan children at an event" width="336" height="252" srcset="https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tibetan-children-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tibetan-children-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tibetan-children-768x576.jpeg 768w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tibetan-children-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tibetan-children-200x150.jpeg 200w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tibetan-children-160x120.jpeg 160w, https://connectaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tibetan-children.jpeg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 336px) 100vw, 336px" />When asked about her hopes for the future of the TCV, Tsenkyi replied, &#8220;My dream is that we can continue to provide a home for these children, and that they can grow up to be happy and successful adults. We want to give them the best possible chance in life.&#8221; &#8220;As for Tibet,&#8221; continues Tsenkyi, &#8220;I still hope that we get our independence and that we will be able to return to our country with his holiness the Dalai Lama.&#8221;</p>
<p>The Tibetan Children&#8217;s Village stands as a testament to the power of compassion, education, and preserving cultural heritage. ConnectAID is honored to support the TCV&#8217;s mission of empowerment and resilience. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of these children, enabling them to create a brighter future filled with hope, knowledge, and opportunities.</p>
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<p>As the TCV continues its unwavering commitment to empowering Tibetan children, it remains a beacon of hope in a world that often seems devoid of it. By supporting organizations like the the Tibetan Children&#8217;s Village, we contribute to a more compassionate and inclusive world, one where every child has the opportunity to thrive and make a difference.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://tcv.org.in/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Find out more about TCV</strong></a></p>
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		<title>Interview with Gaelle Mogli, Founder of ConnectAID: Reflecting Commitment to the Humanitarian World</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 09 Jan 2021 15:34:54 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[At ConnectAID, we believe that the key to effective humanitarian action is collaboration. That&#8217;s why we&#8217;ve built a network of networks that connects organizations and individuals working in the field with the communities they serve. Recently, we had the opportunity to sit down with our team and learn more about the work we&#8217;re doing to...]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>At ConnectAID, we believe that the key to effective humanitarian action is collaboration. That&#8217;s why we&#8217;ve built a network of networks that connects organizations and individuals working in the field with the communities they serve. Recently, we had the opportunity to sit down with our team and learn more about the work we&#8217;re doing to empower local communities around the world. Read the following interview of our Founder, Gaëlle Mogli. </strong></p>
<p><strong>Q: What inspired the creation of ConnectAID?</strong></p>
<p>A: ConnectAID was created in response to the growing need for effective collaboration between humanitarian organizations and local communities. We saw that there was a gap between the resources and expertise that organizations could offer and the needs and aspirations of the people they were trying to help. By creating a platform that connects humanitarians and sustainable development actors together, we hope to bridge this gap and create more sustainable, effective solutions to the world&#8217;s most pressing challenges.</p>
<p><strong>Q: How does ConnectAID reflect your commitment to the humanitarian world?</strong></p>
<p>A: With over 20 years of experience in the sustainable development sector, my dedication to promoting positive change and empowering vulnerable communities has been unwavering. My journey in the humanitarian world began after completing my studies in the United States and working as a journalist in Latin America. While researching the rights of Indigenous people, I discovered the importance of sustainable development and decided to devote my career to it. Over the years, I worked with UNICEF and various United Nations agencies, undertaking field missions across continents such as Nepal, Malawi, Vanuatu, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Romania, and more. However, I realized that there was still a critical need for more purpose, solidarity, collaboration, visibility, and people who care. To address these needs, I founded ConnectAID, an organization that reflects my commitment to making a positive impact on the humanitarian world. Today, there are over 50 of us at ConnectAID, with a reach of millions of individuals.</p>
<p><strong>Q: How does ConnectAID work?</strong></p>
<p>A: ConnectAID is both a community and an online platform that allows humanitarians to connect with each others around the world. Organizations can use our networks to showcase their projects and initiatives, share updates and news, and it helps them raise funds for their work. At the same time, individuals and communities can use ConnectAID to connect with organizations that share their goals and priorities, learn more about the work that&#8217;s being done in their area, and support the causes they care about.</p>
<p><strong>Q: What are some of the biggest challenges facing humanitarian work today, and how is ConnectAID addressing them?</strong></p>
<p>A: One of the biggest challenges facing humanitarian work today is the lack of effective collaboration between organizations and the communities they serve. Too often, organizations come into a community with preconceived ideas about what needs to be done, without taking the time to understand the local context or engage with community members. This can lead to projects that are unsustainable, ineffective, or even harmful. ConnectAID is addressing this challenge by creating a platform that allows for more meaningful, two-way communication between organizations and communities. By facilitating dialogue and collaboration, we hope to create more effective solutions to the world&#8217;s most pressing challenges.</p>
<p><strong>Q: How can individuals and organizations get involved with ConnectAID?</strong></p>
<p>A: There are many ways to get involved with ConnectAID! Organizations can join as NGO Members on our platform and share their work with our community. Foundations can work with us to in tern support their NGOs on the ground. They can also use ConnectAID to communicate about their projects and connect with individuals and other organizations working in the same area. Individuals can use ConnectAID to support the causes they care about, learn more about the work being done in their area, and connect with organizations and other supporters. We believe that everyone has a role to play in creating a better world, and we&#8217;re excited to work with individuals and organizations to make that vision a reality.</p>
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