Our Stories
Real women.
Real stories.
Real impact.
Discover stories from women around the world who are navigating challenges, creating change, and making a difference where they've been placed.
International Justice Mission
Protecting people in poverty from violence and exploitation.
International Justice Mission (IJM) is a global humanitarian organisation working to protect people living in poverty from violence, exploitation, slavery, and abuse. Partnering with local authorities, justice systems, and communities, IJM works to rescue victims, restore survivors, hold perpetrators accountable, and strengthen justice systems so communities can live in safety and freedom.
Operating in many countries around the world, IJM combines practical action with a deep commitment to justice, compassion, and human dignity. Their work brings hope to some of the world's most vulnerable people while helping create lasting change for future generations.
Women Leaders Alliance is proud to partner with International Justice Mission as they empower women to lead through their Survivor Leader Network.
Stories From
International Justice Mission
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Barbie's Story - The Philippines
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INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE MISSIONFreedom was only the beginning. Discover how Barbie's journey from survivor to advocate is helping protect children and inspire hope across the Philippines.
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Xiomara's Story - Peru
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INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE MISSIONAfter years of silence, Xiomara found the courage to speak, beginning a journey of healing that is now shaping her into a leader for other women in Peru.
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Anca's Story - Romania
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INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE MISSIONAnca escaped more than a decade of exploitation to give her daughter the future she never had—and today, she's using her voice to help create a kinder world for women and girls.
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Rimu's Story - Indonesia
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INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE MISSIONFrom exploitation to entrepreneurship, Rimu is rebuilding her life with courage, dignity, and a dream inspired by her grandmother's kitchen.
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Thenmoyi's Story - India
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INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE MISSIONFreed from bonded labour as a teenager, Thenmoyi now leads rescue efforts and is helping other families find the freedom she once longed for.
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Thazin's Story - Myanmar
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INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE MISSIONTrapped, exploited, and silenced, Thazin refused to let her story end there. Today, she is a business owner, survivor leader, and advocate for women across Myanmar.
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Vijayalakshmi & Nandini's Story - India
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INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE MISSIONWhen nine-year-old Vijayalakshmi whispered, "Let's go," two sisters began a courageous journey from bonded labour to freedom, proving that one brave step can change everything.
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Alice's Story - Uganda
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INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE MISSIONAfter escaping domestic violence, Alice rebuilt her life, grew a successful business, and is now helping other women find the courage to choose hope over fear.
Mission Aviation Fellowship
Bringing help, hope, and healing to isolated communities through aviation.
Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) is a global humanitarian organisation using aviation to bring help, hope, and healing to some of the world's most isolated communities. By connecting people with healthcare, education, disaster relief, community development, and lasting hope, MAF helps transform lives in places that would otherwise be difficult to reach.
MAF has grown into a global movement serving in more than 24 countries. Alongside its humanitarian work, MAF is passionate about supporting women serving in leadership through mentoring, spiritual formation, wellbeing initiatives, and meaningful community, helping them flourish in their God-given calling.
Stories From
Mission Aviation Fellowship
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Nikolai's Story – Guinea
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MISSION AVIATION FELLOWSHIPDiscover how God faithfully guided Nikolai's journey to MAF, from establishing a school for missionary children in Liberia to witnessing the lasting impact of investing in young lives.
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Jacophin's Story – India / Arnhem Land
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MISSION AVIATION FELLOWSHIPFollow Jacophin's inspiring journey from India to Arnhem Land as she shares how God has shaped her calling through a variety of roles serving remote communities with MAF.
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Amber's Story – Papua New Guinea / Arnhem Land
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MISSION AVIATION FELLOWSHIPDiscover how Amber combined her passion for engineering with a heart for mission, helping keep MAF aircraft flying to some of Australia's most remote communities.
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Mantlibi's Story – Lesotho
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MISSION AVIATION FELLOWSHIPBe inspired by Mantlibi's courageous journey as she left home to pursue engineering and stepped into a calling that is opening new doors for women in aviation.
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Nancy's Story – Papua New Guinea
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MISSION AVIATION FELLOWSHIPDiscover how Nancy's behind-the-scenes role helps make lifesaving flights possible, connecting remote communities with vital healthcare and hope across Papua New Guinea.
