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Opportunity Ghana Client Edward Opuku Shares the Path to Success

by Opportunity International

Edward Opuku put his years of training and education to work to build successful businesses repairing and renting stereo systems, despite the warnings of his friends and neighbors. Believing in himself, and building upon Opportunity International’s resources and training, Edward now has three shops, a warehouse and a team of 10 employees. Edward comes from Akyem Oda Ayirebi in the eastern part of Ghana. He moved to Ghana’s capital, Accra, as a child, and currently lives with his wife and two…

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One Woman Transforms her Community in Colombia

by Opportunity International

Opportunity Colombia client Beduith María Henao Beltrán is a testament to the power of one woman to make a difference in the lives of many. In winter, Beduith’s street in the city of Barranquilla was clogged with mud and impassable, making life dangerous, unpleasant and inconvenient. This can also make it difficult for residents to get to their jobs and operate their businesses. As president of La Valle de Esperanza Trust Group, Beduith rallied the members to raise matching funds for the local…

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The McDougals Celebrate 25 Years in the Opportunity International Family

by Opportunity International

In 25 years of supporting Opportunity International, Governors Fred and Nancy McDougal say they’ve received more than they’ve given. Fred, founder of textbook publishing giant McDougal Littell (now Holt McDougal), first learned of Opportunity from his friend Dave K. Hardin, a former Opportunity board chair. The McDougals would later honor their friend through generous contributions to the Dave Hardin Expansion Fund, which significantly expanded Opportunity’s impact. Fred also served on the…

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Clients Stand Up and Speak Up on UN Human Rights Day

by Opportunity International

December 10 is UN Human Rights Day, an opportunity to celebrate universal human rights and advocate for the full enjoyment of all rights by all people, regardless of geography, gender, race or socioeconomic status. This year, Human Rights Day spotlights the rights of all people to make their voices heard in public life and to participate in political decision-making. Opportunity Ghana client Patience Fofo Lartey is dedicated to empowering local women to find a voice and earn the respect of their…

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Serving the Whole Person with Opportunity’s Transformation Program

by Opportunity International

“It’s the dignity of it” was how one African loan client expressed herself to an off-duty staff member standing in line at an Opportunity International bank. She knew she had achieved success through the work of her own hands. Four million such stories play out each day all over the world as Opportunity strives to provide clients with the products and services they need to achieve economic, personal and social transformation. “Poverty is not just a deficit, not just a lack of resources,…

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Invest in Education Innovators with Opportunity

by Opportunity International

dEducation is the single largest determining factor for future economic status. Yet, 130 million young people worldwide are not in school — and 70% of them are girls. If a girl cannot complete secondary school, she is at a higher risk of illiteracy, HIV and early marriage, offering little chance of reaching her potential. Comfort Appiah saw that the children in her neighborhood needed access to a quality education. Today, she is an education finance loan client with Opportunity International and…

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Six Powerful Women Taking Action: The Power of One to Make a Difference

by Emily Terrell

We believe in the power of one woman to make a difference. This week, we found stories of six women who are doing their part to impact the lives of many, in their communities and around the world. Each story shows the unique power of one woman, no matter where she is in the world and what trials she has to face. Do you know a story about a woman making a difference? Share her story with us in a comment below! Amy Purdy—The amputee is the founder of Adaptive Action Sports, which creates action…

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Holiday Giving Guide: Citi Foundation, One Woman and a Gift Card of Opportunity

by Emily Riemer

This year, Opportunity International has unique and interactive ways to give the gift of opportunity to more than four million clients around the world that will not only do good, but will make you feel great. Here are a few of our favorite ways for you to partner with us this holiday season. Your gift will empower families around the world. 1. City A.M.‘s Appeal for Opportunity, Backed by the Citi Foundation In a recent City A.M. article, Citigroup’s global director of microfinance, Bob Annibale,…

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Opportunity International Honors World AIDS Day

by Brad Skeba

December 1, 2012 is World AIDS Day. Today, we at Opportunity International stand with millions around the world, including our clients, in the fight against HIV/AIDS. As an organization that offers AIDS education in some of the world’s hardest hit communities, we look forward to the day when families, friends and clients are freed from the yoke of this disease.  Today, millions of people worldwide will pause to reflect on the global pandemic that has done so much to define this century of human…

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Twenty-five Years of Impact: Opportunity International’s Board of Governors

by Opportunity International

This year, Opportunity International marks the 25th anniversary of our Board of Governors program. The Governors’ long-time impact is a testament to the power of one person, one family and one community of people to change the world. Governors serve as ambassadors for our work and make annual contributions of $5,000 or more to further Opportunity’s mission worldwide. Governors often make Opportunity a part of their estate plan, and may have a heart for a special project or campaign that they…

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