On March 01, 2024 the ADILET & UNCHR offices in Bishkek organized an information meeting between Source of Compassion and representatives of the Afghan refugee and immigrant community in Bishkek. In this meeting, the SOC director explained to them about the goals and projects of SOC in Kyrgyzstan. This gave the Afghan refugees an opportunity to gain…
After two outreach distributions of items to help these refugee families in January, we have continued our support in 3 communities in the DFW area. Arlington *Adel is a widow with many children. She recently lost her job and relies only on family support from fellow refugees in her community and government assistance to…
Our Russian language courses for Afghan Refugee women finish soon! This was the first time our Hope Center has offered Russian language courses, and after 2 semesters and 2 different sets of classes with 14 students each, we are in the final day of classes. We are so encouraged by the persistence these women have…
We are so thankful to be able to continue our child sponsorship program! These children are really doing well as they continue to attend school and pursue their education. Having quality education is important for those living in absolute poverty. It can open doors to future job opportunities, teach them to work as teams, and…
We now have the opportunity to serve 3 Afghan Refugee communities in the DFW Area! We have been able to offer food, blankets, and Christmas gifts for children to 18 families. We were also able to distribute thin thermal blankets to more than 40 families. During these times of outreach, we are making connections with…
Update on the Russian Language Courses for Afghan Refugee Women Our Russian Language classes in Bishkek are going well! We have two classes-The beginner level course and a higher-level Beginner course for our graduates from the first round. We have also added a new teacher. These women continue to be involved in engaging language lesson…
Round 2 of our Russian Language classes for Afghan refugee women in Bishkek have begun! We have a new class full of motivated women attending this Beginner level course. These women have often received little or no formal education. The steps they are taking to learn a new language are big, and we are thankful that…
Russian Language Courses Progress We are so grateful to continue our Russian Language classes at the Hope Center in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan! The students have been learning the alphabet and short words in Russian and continue to progress with fun games and flashcards in addition to their curriculum. These 14 ladies have been diligent to attend…
Celebrating 10 Years! On November 18, 2023, Source of Compassion was able to celebrate with gladness all that has been done through this organization for the past 10 years with a Benefit Dinner and Silent Auction. We continue to be so grateful to the support of many who make it possible to carry out…
Child Sponsorship takes children from despair to joy! We are so grateful! Children in our sponsorship programs have had a rough start at life. It is because of the generosity of sponsors that we can make a difference in their lives, providing them with necessary financial support to go to school and participate in activities…