Computer school a dream come true

Orphaned children are considered worthless in Benin--only valued for the service they can offer around the house. Once taken in by a family, a child can expect regular beatings and horrific abuse on a regular basis. Orphans have no rights in Benin--but little by little, we’re changing that.

Two years ago, we built a partnership to create a safe home for the many children living in virtual slavery in rural Benin. Because of those efforts, 56 children are thriving and doing very well today, safe and sound.

But once their safety was established, what then? They also needed intervention for their long-term success. They needed an education--but a better education than rural Benin could offer.

Through the generous giving of South Whidbey Assembly of God church in Washington, we were able to provide the means to finish a building that is now being used as a computer school. Mercy Ships came through as well, donating 20 computers.

This high-tech school in the middle of rural West Africa is now up and running and is being used to train the children, giving them real-world skills that will give them a real advantage. The school also generated some income for the home as an internet café--a definite win-win. This type of school is a dream come true for the children and for the whole community.

We are so excited that these 56 beautiful children, rescued from real despair, are now being given this opportunity. Transformation of this kind is simply not possible without your partnership with us, so thank you for saying yes.