Tam's life was fraught with challenges and hardship. As the primary provider for her family in Yen Bai province, Vietnam, she faced not only the responsibility of caring for her children, both of whom have special needs, but also endured years of domestic violence from her husband. Her situation was further complicated when her daughter, who has a cognitive disability, was sexually assaulted, resulting in the birth of Tam's granddaughter. With limited financial resources and the sole income earner in her family, Tam's life was a constant battle against poverty, violence, and the pursuit of stability for her loved ones.

Growing up on the outskirts of Phnom Penh City, Cambodia, in a family struggling with severe economic instability, Malis took on the responsibility of supporting her family from a young age. At 16, she left home to work as a garment worker, hoping to ease her family's financial burden. However, lured by the promise of financial support from a wealthy Chinese man, Malis found herself trapped in a nightmare. She was illegally transported to China, where she faced two years of captivity, forced into sexual activities and domestic servitude. Multiple attempts to escape her predicament only led to further exploitation until her eventual arrest and repatriation to Cambodia.

Lailima's life before Hagar was marked by profound adversity. As a young woman from Afghanistan's Hazara community, her dreams of pursuing higher education were shattered by the Taliban's regime change in 2021, which imposed severe restrictions on women's rights. The subsequent economic downturn led to her family's financial ruin, compelling Lailuma into an abusive marriage in exchange for financial relief. This period of her life was characterised by gender-based violence and a deepening sense of despair, as she struggled to find a way to support her family and protect her younger siblings from the harsh realities of their situation.

Zabiullah’s story encompasses the harrowing journey of a young boy who faced abuse and exploitation but found solace and support through the efforts of the Forgotten No More (FNM) Center. Initially burdened by feelings of isolation and hopelessness, Zabiullah’s mental well-being improved significantly through counselling and engagement in various activities. The FNM team's relentless dedication enabled the successful reunification of the boy with his family, ensuring his safety and providing him with the tools to protect himself. This story not only sheds light on the boy's traumatic experiences but also showcases the transformative impact of the FNM Center, offering hope for a brighter future.

After being trafficked into China at the age of 15, Champai spent three years in a living hell. After escaping her capturer and returning to Cambodia she came into Hagar’s care. Today she has been reunited with her family and it developing a passion for baking and coffee.

Ngan's story reflects a journey of remarkable resilience. Enduring years of abuse, she ultimately found the strength to escape a life of torment. With Hagar's compassionate support, she achieved her long-awaited freedom. Discover how Ngan's story inspires hope and change.

Hanh, a 17-year-old Vietnamese girl, fell prey to human traffickers who lured her into a web of deceit and forced her into a life of slavery. After enduring years of captivity, she escaped, received comprehensive care from Hagar Vietnam, and now thrives as a resilient entrepreneur in her Northern Vietnamese village.

Discover Bac's inspiring journey from human trafficking survivor in China to returning to Vietnam with the help of Hagar. Tragically trafficked from the age of two, Bac and his mother endured unimaginable hardships. After returning to Vietnam without identification, Hagar provided essential support, empowering Bac's recovery and fostering a brighter future. Learn how their lives transformed through Hagar's compassionate assistance.

In Afghanistan, Shakiba, a resilient widow and mother of four, struggled for years due to family conflicts, joblessness, poverty, and her spouse's loss. Her mental health suffered for five long years. When the RLL project introduced a tailoring cooperative in PD13, Shakiba eagerly joined, benefitting from both cooperative services and psycho-social sessions. These sessions addressed issues like anger, aggression, relationships, self-esteem, OCD, and PTSD. After just four months of dedication to five individual and eleven group sessions, Shakiba's life improved dramatically, leaving her content and grateful.