“The world has placed a lot of limits on the children we serve,” shared a Back2Back Captain in Nigeria. “Our goal is to help them break those limits.” Staff expose the children they serve to as much as possible, offering them a small view into what they can do, when they set their minds to it. “We… Read more
“I wish I could go to the park,” one of the children at the children’s home whispered as he prepared for bed. “Yeah, I wish we could go on a field trip together,” another child mentions. “What did we say we were going to do, when we wish for things?” chimes in Ene Oklo, Back2Back… Read more
October 11th was International Day of the Girl, and Nigerian staff wanted to mark it especially for the older girls Back2Back serves. “The young ladies 14 and older do a lot of work to care for themselves and also set examples for those younger than them who are watching,” shared Meredith Messer, Back2Back staff. Staff… Read more
Growing in Body, Mind, and Spirit Holistic care is one of Back2Back’s top priorities in caring for vulnerable children. Our 5-Point Child Development plan ensures every child and teen is receiving care spiritually, physically, educationally, emotionally, and socially in order to not just survive, but flourish. A young man at Calvary Hope House is a… Read more
Hi-YAH! The two young boys cried out the expected call as they completed a new karate move. Their eyes were laser focused, their arms were stiff and strong, and their karate teacher acknowledged it all as they completed the move. Both boys beamed on the inside, and gave a smile on the outside as thanks…. Read more
Using His Voice for the Arts, and Others Seventeen-year old Samuel* is a young man of many gifts. He is a talented spoken word performer and over the last couple years, has showcased them in nearly every area of the arts. What has become even more impressive than his artistic giftings, is Samuel’s ability to… Read more
The path leading to Igmin Kibe Education Center is long and winding. The dust rises in the air following the footsteps of villagers and the occasional wild animal. On a clear-skied afternoon, a young girl atop a bicycle made her way down the dirt trail. She cycled closer and those who recognized her smiled at… Read more
The young adults took in their surroundings, as the city pulsed with activity. They stretched their necks to look up at the tall buildings, moving slowly, so as not to miss anything and to avoid entering traffic. The Transitions Program participants were in Abuja, Nigeria, a four-hour drive from home, but it felt like a… Read more
My name is Corrie Guckenberger. I moved from Jos, Nigeria and Monterrey, MX to the US Corporate Office, and my role is Ministry Partner Development Coach and Staff Care Representative. I’ve been on staff with Back2Back since 2005. 1. Why did you join Back2Back? For me, this is a difficult question to respond to without acknowledging my… Read more
This past year I changed my email signature to say, “Easier said than done, but I’m in if you’re in.” Those two thoughts had been circling around my head for a while. Solutions sound simple until you experience your first challenge, but sticking with it produces results. I wanted to say to the staff and… Read more