The windows let sunlight stream in, brightening the room. On each table there were pallets of paint, cotton balls, and painting utensils. Staff and visiting mission guests welcomed the students from Pacific Christian Academy (PCA) into the weekly summer Workshop Day. 16 students showed up to participate in an art therapy station led by four… Read more
Since the Garcia family moved to the Dominican Republic, their efforts have been to invest in organizations already doing faithful work in local communities. House of Hope is one organization they invest deeply in – providing Trauma Competent Care training, assisting in after-school programming, and creating safe spaces to connect with vulnerable children. As they… Read more
Recently, Cheque and Hope Garcia, Back2Back D.R. Co-Directors, attended a local conference with their whole staff team that gathered people from the Dominican area who have a heart for the vulnerable. They hosted a booth, sharing about the work they are doing in-country and what Back2Back does on a global scale. “It was such a… Read more
Much has changed recently at a Back2Back-partnering children’s home. When the pandemic made its way to Mexico, many of the children under Back2Back’s care returned to live with biological families, if it was safe for them to do so. This decision was not made lightly and allowed for decreased spreading of the virus, while still… Read more
Aiden* is a young man with a vision. He wants better for himself than what he had growing up, and he wants to provide more for his family, too. He worked on completing his secondary education studies in the midst of the pandemic, but missed the in-person practice of serving patients, as the pandemic prevented… Read more
The visiting mission team gathered around the small house when they noticed the yellow tricycle parked in the side yard. Back2Back staff explained to the team that the matriarch of the family makes and sells bread in the community, and the recent purchase of the tricycle is helping her business grow. The guests smiled as… Read more
It’s been over 30 years since I took my first international trip. Back then, my parents walked me to the gate, and people still dressed up for the privilege of air travel. Much has changed, and over my 20+ years as a missionary and traveling speaker, I have gathered the following travel tips I pray… Read more
Esther Stephen watched the young man who’s lived in her home, as her foster child, for a number of years. She sees his eyes soften as he cradles her new daughter, a gentleness comes over him, and Esther smiles to herself, knowing when the young man is around, her daughter will always be safe and… Read more
There is a particular time of year every year where colorful kites can be seen floating and hanging all around Haiti. While Americans celebrate Easter with egg hunts, Haitians hand make kites from colorful paper, sticks, or whatever supplies they can find around their homes. This time of year provides the strongest winds, allowing children… Read more
Arbor Day is a day celebrated internationally to honor the environment and many celebrate by planting trees. In Haiti, it is about the environment, and also holds a connotation to natural living. To honor this, Nadege Similien, Back2Back Haiti Strong Families captain, hosted a nutritionist and the five moms in the program to learn more… Read more