Latif is twenty-five years old and lives with his parents and a younger brother in one of Ambernath’s slums. He always wanted to drive an autorickshaw, but living in poverty, this was impossible. He grew up with many responsibilities, including…
Heena enjoyed attending school because she is intelligent. However, she was afraid to go there because the boys often picked on her. Heena wanted to focus on her education, but instead, she felt herself spiralling into depression. There are high…
Thanks to a very generous bequest, Hosanna Ministries has opened a new office in India. Richard and Joy Williams served as missionaries with Global Mission Partners (then Overseas Mission Board) in India from 1962-1967. As part of their legacy, they…
Rubina listened intently as her friend described a place where she could learn to sew. It sounded like a dream come true, and Rubina was eager to learn more. Rubina lives in Ambarnath, India, in a small shed near the…
Improving livelihoods through vocational training The Vocational Training Project, implemented by Hosanna Ministries, provides vocational training opportunities to vulnerable people, including women and youth. The training provides participants skills and confidence to get a job, start their own business or…
Improving health and education Hosanna Ministries is helping to improve the standard of living in the Prakash Tekadi community. It aims to empower the community and improve community members’ education and health. What is Prakash Tekadi? Prakash Tekadi is a…
Shanta listened to the children learning English next door, and wondered what it might be like if she were to learn to read and write.