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Niger is consistently ranked among the top two poorest nations in the world. Due to recurring famines and a lack of nutritional education as it relates to childhood development, it is probable that the adult Nigerien population lacks the ability to succeed educationally in comparison to populations that have received adequate nutrition during their formative years. Read more.
In our work with wells and water, we have learned it’s not enough to provide the materials but we must also educate on the use and care of the wells. We are committed to regular inspection and repair of the wells in which we have partnered to ensure their mechanisms are in proper working order. These wells provide life- sustaining water to villagers who may otherwise have to walk many miles to secure potable water. Learn more.
IPS InterPress Service refers to Africa as a continent of orphans. War, AIDS, malaria, cholera and famine have gradually turned Africa into a land full of orphaned children and teenagers. In Niger alone, there are 800,000 orphans. In a nation with a population of 15,000,000, that figure is staggering. Learn more.
Experts agree education is key to unlocking potential and changing destinies. We believe Christian education to be the greatest way to make a marked difference in the future of this nation. We help schools provide an education from elementary through high school years to develop these young people into future leaders in their own communities. Learn more.
Low income and economic vulnerability are two of the three criteria for being classified as a LDC or Least Developed Country, a term given by the United Nations to denote a country which exhibits the lowest indicators of socioeconomic development. Niger is on that list. Learn more.
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Since we began in 2003, God has continued to call us to bring people to Niger, Africa. It’s so exciting to be right in the middle of what God is doing in Niger
and hear the incredible stories from so many of our mission travelers about how God has forever changed their lives through being a part of His work there.Michael J. Thaler Founder & International Executive Director
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Experiencing the needs of a third world country firsthand has had a positive impact on my life, motivating me to say,
"Here’s a place where I can get involved and use my gifts and talents to make a difference in the world.’”Rod Parker LINK Missions Team Member & Keystone Partner
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Our church has worked closely with Effective Ministries, Inc. since it began in 2003.
Our members' lives have been greatly impacted, in numerous ways, by traveling on a LINK Missions team.Mitch Bennett Director of Outreach & Finance | Mechanicsville Christian Center
