With pencils in hand and a hunger for knowledge, a new world of possibility opened to the 13 women, including Parmila, who had gathered to learn. They listened and observed as their…
How does a women’s literacy program result in physical healing? For Ragi, learning to read and write was not the only benefit of attending an adult literacy class. What she found was…
Tourists flocked to Shanti’s city year after year, enchanted by the snowcapped mountains reflected in a glassy lake. But while visitors dreamt of living in her beautiful city, Shanti lived in a…
As Benu heard the sound of the letters of the alphabet, she realized her dream was coming true. She looked up at her son as he stood teaching the class of adults.…
Marmi rushed through her chores, excited for an afternoon meeting. With five children and a house to take care of, she didn’t have much spare time, but to Marmi, the meeting was…
When Durjaya left for work one morning more than 20 years ago, Sahoj never expected it would be the last time she’d see her husband alive. Along with his regular job, Durjaya…
Below is the story of how a Gospel for Asia (GFA)-supported literacy class impacted the life of Soorat, 22. I have a father, mother, one sister and two younger brothers. My father…
Marya longed to help her five children in their studies so they could succeed in life, but there was just one problem: She couldn’t read. Marya could look after the children, take…
Siddhi was grateful she could attend her local church and hear the Bible being taught, but the thought of reading the Word for herself consumed her. Only one thing was standing in…
For years, Chaaya endured the embarrassment of asking for directions in small towns or for the names of stores when she wanted to go shopping. The shame Chaaya felt did not come…
