Stories
from SURVIVING to THRIVING
Our Mission Exile International serves rescued child soldiers & children orphaned by war in DR Congo & Uganda — providing Christ-centerned programs delivering rehabilitative care, education, discipleship & leadership development. Why We Serve Launched in response to devastating wars in Uganda and D.R. Congo — where more than 100,000 children have been abducted — Exile…
Read MoreBaraka’s Journey
Baraka’s Journey: from rescued child soldier to leader for peace Abducted twice by two different rebel groups — Baraka was one of the most traumatized young men to have entered into EI’s care programs. Due to the severe violence he witnessed and was forced to participate in, he battled nightmares, flashbacks, and other symptoms for…
Read MoreIsaac Escapes to Freedom
(subtitles available & transcript available below ) from child survivors of war to future leaders for peace In 2020 – 1,900 child survivors receiving the care they need to be restored and empowered to become leaders who will influence and transform communities for Christ. Graduate-Led Replication — 29 of Exile’s 38 care programs are led by program graduates!…
Read MoreWelcome to the team, Restore Partners!
You are making each child’s restoration and hope possible! You make this possible! 1,600+ children healing their wounds — being restored and empowered through art therapy, trauma counseling, discipleship, peace-building, and leadership development 678 youth in school (150 more than last year) — each being equipped and prepared to pursue their dreams and serve as respected leaders…
Read MoreVideo #FieldNote: A Message from Lydia
Your Support Matters “What a joy to be with one of my favorite young ladies. She is one of the many bright lights in our lives and here at Exile International. Today, Lydia has a message about how your support has changed her life.” – Bethany Williams, Founder / Executive Director Thank you for continuing to make…
Read MoreVideo #Fieldnote – Peace Clubs in Northern Uganda
Hi from Uganda! “I’m excited to share an update and look into one of EI’s care programs in northern Uganda. This is 1-of-18 care programs across Uganda and DR Congo. Ultimately — these programs provide services to 1,500 children! And when I say “services” – I mean that lives are being changed (click here to…
Read More2016 Annual Report
Step into their stories of restoration. Stories you made possible! Every year, our annual report highlights the impacts — life-transforming impacts — that you and others are a part of. Restoring the broken and empowering dreams to come true! Read, smile, cry… enjoy. We know you’ll love what you’re about to see.
Read MoreWelcome to EI’s Peace Lives Center
Where rescued child soldiers become young peacemakers! EI’s care programs exist because war has torn children from homes — forcing several to participate in violence and leaving many orphaned. In eastern D.R. Congo, 100-200 children are rescued each month. Without proper care, most become street children or return to rebel armies. But there is hope… Through holistic care…
Read MoreJoseph: From Child Soldier to Engineer & Leader
Though once a child solider, Joseph’s life has been through a radical transformation! Today, he is bold young peacemaker — serving and loving in his community! Having discovered Christ as His Savior through healing and hope fostered in EI’s care programs – Joseph has also found hope for his future and empowering opportunities to achieve his dreams.…
Read MoreMy name is Janet
My name is Janet. I was abducted in August on a Saturday at 4 am. I was just 11 years old. I was so scared because children were being burnt in their houses. Later, my friends tried to escape. They were killed right in front of us using a machete… even the rebels made some…
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