Stories from the Field

Stories from South America

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When Tungurahua erupted in central Ecuador on August 16, 2006, it cause desctruction and chaos. Now, people are trying to get their lives back. … watch photo essay >

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The city of Lima, Peru, is facing high numbers of tuberculosis cases among the poorest. Kara Watkins recently went there to see firsthand what the needs are and how ADRA is working to improve the health of many people. … listen to audio >

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Raafat Kamal, Executive Director of ADRA UK is our guide in this episode. You’ll learn about the great variety of work ADRA UK undertakes in various countries around the globe from projects assisting street children in Peru to water projects in north Sudan. listen to audio >  |   download transcript >

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In this episode of ADRA’s World Radio we head to the South Pacific, to a country north of Australia and due west of the Solomon Islands. Papua New Guinea offers mountainous terrain, over 750 separate languages, and a host of opportunities for ADRA workers to make a difference in thousands of lives. Our guest, Michelle Abel is Country Director for ADRA Papua New Guinea and heads up the work in that area. … listen to audio >  |   download transcript >

Photo Essay

In the past, the residents of San Antonio de Guatubamaba did not have access to water for drinking or farming. For this small, a new water pipeline is a dream come true. … watch photo essay >

Photo Essay

For generations, entire communities in eastern Ecuador have relied on the Napo River for survival. Life, however, has not been easy. … watch photo essay >