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Message From Agu Na Ebere Resident by Mr Chidiebere

A resident of Nigeria shares their story of surviving during the pandemic. They give blessings to LLEM International for the work they have done that has helped many people. This is the original submission with light edits. “LLEM International has always demonstrated love in a very profound way, especially during this season of coronavirus. Through…

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New LLEM Volunteer Is the Full Package

There are countless volunteer opportunities available for us to select from in our daily lives. Nonprofit organizations have a list of never-ending needs. Without dedicated volunteers, nonprofits would be unable to fulfill their overall missions.   Meet LLEM’s newest volunteer, Sheila Dillion. Sheila was born and raised in Cumberland, MD, and her vast experience in…

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Covid-19 Reaches Nigeria, Will You Help?

For the latest stats on the COVID situation in Nigeria, please visit the Nigerian Center for Disease Control.  The article below was recently written by LLEM and distributed as part of a special mailing LLEM sent to fund care packages for 6,000 residents in Agu Na Ebere Nigeria.   COVID-19… A World Pandemic Our world is changing. Who could…

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3 Years Of Changing Lives!

Thank you, Anthony Browning and House Finder Realty, for being a change agent. You are making a tremendous impact. House Finder Realty is your one-stop shop for Myrtle Beach Real Estate!   House Finder Realty believes that excellent service and a reputation for honesty, integrity, and reliability are just as important as helping you find…

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Become A Proud Partner

Many Christians have questions about giving to charity. Will my little contribution really make a difference? What happens with my money? Does God care if I give it – or which organization I should give to? Let’s dig into scripture to see what God has to say about charitable giving. First, choosing to give part…

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School means so much to me now!

“Hi, I’m Chibuzo, a student studying to become an engineer. Here’s my story… After my father died recently, I didn’t think I would be able to attend school any longer. I really liked school, but money was tight; I didn’t know how my school fees would be paid and I didn’t see any way forward.…

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Clean Water Changed My Life

“My children and I can now drink and use clean water in our home. Hello, my name is Nkechi.  This is my story. For as long as I can remember, my mornings have started at 5.30 AM. I wake up before sunrise, put on my shoes and gather my water pail to provide water for…

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NEW YEAR’S IN NIGERIA 

Despite the fact that New Year’s Day is celebrated throughout the world, it is treated differently among different cultures. In some cultures, prayers are offered at midnight on the 31st of December. People gather in churches and mosques, praying for the year ahead. In other cultures, it is a day to offer good will and…

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Christmas In Nigeria Is A Family Event

Christmas in Nigeria is a family event, a time when many family members congregate to celebrate and have fun. Most families, who live in cities, travel to the villages where their grandparents and older relatives live. Many different languages are spoken in Nigeria. In Hausa, Happy/Merry Christmas is ‘barka dà Kirsìmatì’; in Yoruba it’s ‘E…

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BEAT THE STREETS

A new project of LLEM International Her Story: Meet Chika Chika is 8 and lives in the community of Asa, one of the communities in Nigeria that LLEM supports.  Chika spends most of her day on the streets selling gum and other small trinkets to support her family. Chika is a lot like other Nigerian…

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