Category: General Blog

In Cairo, seven Sudanese refugee women received professional geriatric care training under the guidance of nurse Dr. Suzy Kelada from San Diego. These women, most of them single mothers, learned essential skills to care for the elderly with dignity, gentleness, and compassion.

In a country where elder care is limited, they are now meeting a deep need while gaining a stable, portable skill that can support their families wherever life leads. As Dr. Suzy expressed, “We are not just training them to move a body; we are training them to move a soul toward hope.”

At Isiolo, Victor’s Rescue Orphanage has become a refuge of healing for 152 children who once faced illness, hunger, and deep trauma. Children who arrived weak and sick are now healthy, learning, and finally experiencing the safety every child deserves. With daily meals, medical care, and education, this home is turning some of Kenya’s hardest stories into futures filled with possibility.

At three years old, Ushindi survived devastating burns that left her in constant pain and fear. After completing three major reconstructive surgeries, she healed, returned to school, and rediscovered the joy of simply being a child. Her journey shows how healing can restore not only the body, but dignity, courage, and hope

In a quiet neighborhood, Abeer shoulders the weight of caring for her three children, including a son with a mental disability who depends on her around the clock.
Noticing that her area lacked even a small grocery shop, she turned this gap into opportunity by opening a home-based little market serves families who once had to walk long distances for essentials.
This small storefront allows her to remain present for her son while providing a safe, sustainable income for her household.
Through courage and determination, Abeer is transforming hardship into stability, becoming a lifeline for both her family and her community.

At the Blessed Home for the Elderly, many residents carry the weight of years shaped by hardship, loss, and quiet loneliness. Your generosity brought comfort into their lives at a time when support is scarce.

Through your help, we provided adult diapers along with other essential medical supplies that the home urgently needed. These items eased their daily struggles, supported their health, and restored dignity to their care. For these elders, this support was far more than a practical gift, it was a reminder that they are seen, valued, and not forgotten.

Your compassion brought warmth and honor to some of the most vulnerable members of the community.
Together, we continue to bring dignity, comfort, and hope to those who need it most.

In April, Jacqueline Isaac met with the head of the UK’s Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict (PSVI) initiative, at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. During the meeting, ROS shared updates on survivor-centered programming and discussed preparations for a global call to break the stigma surrounding survivors by incorporating principles of freedom of religion or belief (FoRB).

Delivering Food and Encouragement to Families in El Minia, in the village of El Kamal, El Minia, many families have been enduring worsening poverty. Our team delivered food bags that brought more than just meals—they offered encouragement, relief, and a renewed sense of hope. For some families, it was their first complete meal in weeks. These gestures served as reminders that they are seen, valued, and not alone in their journey. 

This Easter campaign was not just about distributions it was a coordinated effort to bring light into dark places. Every food bag, item of clothing, and shared moment reflected a deeper commitment to dignity, compassion, and human connection.

Thank you to all our partners and supporters. Your generosity continues to transform lives in the most tangible ways.

As Lebanon continues to suffer the impacts of economic collapse, ROS supported 50 families with critical food supplies. Sixty students received hot meals and new clothes, then gathered for an uplifting Easter event that included games, a film, and an egg hunt—offering them a rare moment of joy and community. In addition, 21 women attended a supportive gathering, where they shared personal struggles, received emotional encouragement, and experienced meaningful connection.