Reflection on Ethiopia 2008

Written by: Isabell Bowling The phrase “hindsight is 20/20” really applies to every area of life. But looking back on the Summer of 2008, I

Two women smiling together outside a building, one wearing a red shirt with the Saving Moses logo and the other in a red patterned garment, representing community support and humanitarian efforts in regions served by Saving Moses.

Mama Sunday

Written by: Tanya Lasko (Program Coordinator) You may know that through our Malnutrition Clinics, we supply nourishing formula for infants to combat severe acute malnutrition

Natalia, 19, holding her baby Lurdish, with her husband Paol, 20, and a woman in traditional attire, outdoors in Angola, representing Saving Moses' humanitarian efforts for vulnerable families.

A Breath of Fresh Air in Angola

Written by: Tanya Lasko (Program Coordinator) A breath of fresh air… I didn’t see very many men during my last visit to our centers in

Young girl in a yellow outfit observing her surroundings, with children and caregivers in the background, illustrating the supportive environment of a NightCare Center for vulnerable infants and toddlers.

A Visit to NightCare in Southeast Asia

Written By: Tanya Lasko (Program Coordinator) Before little Taeaik was born, her mother was homeless and wandered the streets of the busy Southeast Asian city

Pregnant woman sitting on a hospital bed, wearing a colorful patterned dress, in a healthcare setting, reflecting Saving Moses's BirthAid program focus on maternal and infant care.

A Cry For Life In The DRC

Editor’s Note: Tanya Lasko, Saving Moses’s operations director, writes a daily journal of her humanitarian travels. This post about Saving Moses’s BirthAid program presents portions

Rooftop view of colorful laundry hanging in Kolkata, India, surrounded by greenery and urban architecture, reflecting the living conditions in the area relevant to Saving Moses's NightCare initiatives.

New NightCare Center Opens in India

Written By: Tanya Lasko (Program Coordinator) As I travel through the streets of Kolkata in the comfort of a hired car with horns beeping and

Newborn twins swaddled in white fabric, crying on a table covered with medical documents, reflecting the challenges faced by infants in conflict zones.

How Does Conflict Affect Babies?

How Does Conflict Affect Newborn Babies? Updated by: Writer, Jenny Holland In modern-day conflicts, civilians are increasingly exposed to war. In an estimation, since 2011,

Child wearing oversized white sunglasses, playfully adjusting them, in a context related to Saving Moses's efforts in India to support vulnerable children.

From Our Regional NightCare Director

You are a beneficiary too! Written by: Matt Nathaniel (Regional Director) In my years of experience working in the non-profit sector, one of the key

Severe Acute Malnutrition and Child Development

The majority of deaths caused by malnutrition are among children under five years old, accounting for around 45% of the deaths in this age group. For those who have severe acute malnutrition repeatedly in early childhood and recover, it can cause lifelong developmental consequences.

Baby wrapped in a pink blanket, wearing a blue knitted hat with eyes, held by a caregiver in a Saving Moses shirt, symbolizing care for vulnerable infants in conflict zones.

BirthAid: Birth Life-Saving Skills

BirthAid teaches birth-lifesaving skills, that are similar to CPR- relatively easy, actionable steps that anyone can take to help save a mother or baby’s life before, during, or immediately after birth.

Dry landscape in Angola with sparse vegetation and distant mountains, highlighting the effects of drought and environmental crisis.

The Deepening Crisis in Angola

The combination of the drought and the impacts of the war in Ukraine are creating a deepening crisis in Angola. Not only are malnutrition cases rising, but medical care is becoming increasingly necessary.

Newborn baby in yellow hat, lying on patterned fabric, highlighting vulnerability and care in conflict zones, relevant to infant mortality and healthcare challenges.

A Matter of Life and Death

There are few moments in life as precious, and as dangerous as giving birth. Many of us have either experienced or know someone who has experienced birth-related complications and know how scary and even life-threatening this can be.

Child with malnutrition symptoms, holding a green cup, displaying milk around mouth, seated next to caregiver, highlighting the impact of Severe Acute Malnutrition.

The Many Faces of Malnutrition

There are many faces of malnutrition, but Severe Acute Malnutrition is by far the most dangerous. If left untreated it is 100% fatal.

Smiling baby in a cozy setting, representing hope and innocence amidst discussions of infant mortality and challenges in conflict zones like Afghanistan.

Stories of Impact: Vulnerable at Birth

According to UNICEF, 2.4 million babies died in their first month of life in 2020. The majority of these deaths were preventable. Premature birth, infection, and labor and delivery complications are some of the leading causes of this incredible loss of life.

Child sitting on a ledge in a poverty-stricken environment, wearing a white shirt and pink pants, reflecting the impact of malnutrition and hardship.

Stories of Impact- The Need for NightCare

Cha-Nu and Chanda will always have a special place in my heart. Both of these toddlers’ stories remind me to stay on course, helping where the need is most urgent, and help is least available.

Children facing malnutrition and health challenges, featuring a girl in a rural setting, a baby with a caregiver, a boy holding a photo, and a newborn in medical care, with "Stories of Impact" title overlay for Saving Moses.

Stories of Impact- Facing Malnutrition

Belito’s story, like the story of the boy and the starfish, reminds me that we are making a difference and that saving even just one life is incredibly significant.

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