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The Patient Work of Sustainable Freedom

Dear Friends, As I reflect over 2025, I am reminded once again that the work of Rapha is deeply patient. Several years ago, I was traveling to represent Rapha in Napa Valley. I took the opportunity to visit a grove of seventy-foot redwood trees that had been intentionally planted in a circle. As I stepped inside their sanctuary, my feet sank softly into a carpet of fallen needles. The air grew cooler. Sound seemed to fade. Looking upward, I watched the sunlight filter through the canopy and had a distinct impression that the trees were working together, arching inward to create an atmosphere of shelter and serenity. That evening, I relayed my experience to Ron and Joanne, Rapha partners and owners of the property. I asked how many years it had taken for their vision of the redwood sanctuary to become reality, and the response is one I have never forgotten. “You don’t build something like that for yourself,” Ron said. “You build that for the next generation.” The more I reflect on his words, the more they remind me of the work we witness every day at Rapha. Sustainable generosity plants seeds whose full impact may not be visible for years. A child finds safety. Healing takes root. Hope begins to grow. Then, one day, that same child is standing beside another vulnerable child as a counselor, advocate, or caregiver. What began as an investment in one life becomes a source of strength for many others. That is the beauty of sustainable freedom. It does not end with the individual who receives it. It expands outward; reaching future children, families, and communities in ways we may never fully know or see. As I write, I am reminded once again of an example of Rapha’s patient work bearing fruit. On a visit to Rapha’s Prevention center in Mae Sot, Thailand, I noticed a familiar young woman among our staff. The Program Director noticed my attention and said, “Do you remember Mali from Rapha’s Survivor Care Program in Chiang Mai? She is serving the refugee community here as an intern while she waits for university to begin.”

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Mali and I laughed and embraced. I told her I hardly recognized her. She had changed so much and was far from the context in which I had first known her. As she shared her plans to complete law school and her hope of one day returning to work for Rapha, tears filled my eyes. Imagine that day with me, friends, when Mali stands in a courtroom confidently and passionately advocating for other young survivors. Mali, upon achievement of her goals, will join dozens of young women who received care through Rapha’s Survivor Care programs and now serve alongside us as caregivers, social workers, counselors, and administrative staff. The injustice they once endured demanded urgent rescue and immediate care. Their healing, however, required something different: time, perseverance, and faithful support. One of the clearest lessons of the year is that lasting impact requires lasting commitment. Because our partners remain committed over time, Rapha can provide more than emergency intervention. We can offer trusted caregivers, educational opportunities, restorative counseling, and prevention programs that strengthen families and reduce vulnerability before exploitation occurs. When I think about the future, I think about young women like Mali. I think about survivors who become advocates. Children who become caregivers. Young people who once needed protection and now help provide it for others. Just like seedlings that become massive and interconnected redwoods, their stories remind us that sustainable freedom develops and grows over time. And then it multiplies. As you read through the data and stories shared in this report, my hope is that you are encouraged by the life changing work that is taking place, and that you will understand the enormous impact each Rapha partner has in this ministry. Thank you for planting seeds of healing alongside Rapha, for this generation and for the next. With gratitude,

STEPHANIE GARMAN FREED

CEO AND CO-FOUNDER

But we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently. R O M A N S 8: 2 5 03

Financials, Security, and Technology We believe that every dollar you give matters. At Rapha International, we strive for efficiency and effectiveness to make the greatest impact in the vulnerable communities we serve. We continue to refine our approach to finance by increasing our accountability and transparency to you, our donors. When you give to Rapha, you are part of Team Rapha—an essential piece of the puzzle that is changing the narrative for one child, one family, and one community at a time. Your support provides hope and healing through our programs, and that impact shines through our updates, financial statements, and the stories we share with you. If you have questions about the difference that your donations are making, please reach out directly to me and our team. We are in partnership with you and we will do our best to provide clear numbers and detailed information every time.

ANTHONY GEISER

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At Rapha International, technology serves a deeper purpose—it helps provide our clients with safe spaces for healing, growth, and freedom. Every computer, network, camera, and mobile device plays a part in protecting the children, families, and communities we serve. This year, Rapha’s technology team continued to strengthen both our physical and digital environments. Across our programs in multiple countries, we’ve built systems that safeguard more than 1,000 managed devices and support over 300 staff as they carry out their vital work. We’re also developing a secure, custom-built case management application to help streamline client care and reporting across departments and locations, ensuring secure, consistent support for all of the programs and services we offer. New cybersecurity training, updated policies, and stronger privacy protections ensure that our teams can focus on caring for others, confident that the tools they use are safe and reliable. Our commitment is two-fold: to protect the vulnerable by securing every layer of Rapha’s operations, and to empower our staff with the technology and knowledge they need to serve with excellence. In everything we build and every safeguard we put in place, our guiding belief remains the same—security and compassion must work hand in hand to help end the trafficking and sexual abuse of children, one child, one family, and one community at a time.

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Karina’s Story When Karina was nine years old, her mother surrendered her at an orphanage in Port-auPrince, Haiti. Karina’s mother loved her very much, but in the midst of gang violence and financial insecurity, she struggled to provide regular food and safe shelter for her daughter. Believing the American-funded orphanage could give Karina a better future, she made the painful choice to leave Karina in the orphanage’s care. At the orphanage, Karina was one of dozens of children competing for food, space, and the attention of the overworked and overwhelmed caretakers. When children would misbehave, get too rambunctious, or cry, the caretakers would beat them. They believed that physical discipline was the only way to control the children. A boy a few years older than Karina would often pressure her to take her clothes off or engage in sexual touching with him. Karina told the adults at the orphanage. Sometimes they would discipline the boy, but often they just told Karina to stay away from him. It was impossible for her to hide from him, however, in the crowded orphanage.

As part of a project focused on reintegrating children with their families, social workers at Rapha began working with the leadership and staff at the orphanage. In addition to child protection training and best practices in caring for vulnerable children, they worked with the staff to reunify children in the orphanage with their parents and other family members. They trained the staff to provide support and resources to help empower families to keep their children safe. Rapha’s social workers found Karina’s mother. She received training to establish a small business and was relocated to a safer and more secure home. When she welcomed Karina back home, she was overwhelmed with joy to be reunited with her daughter and felt confident in her ability to provide for her family for the first time in years. Karina was able to access medical care and mental health counseling at Rapha to address the physical and psychological trauma of the abuse she had endured and during her separation from her mother.

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Jitra’s Story A small team of three US-based staff were recently visiting Rapha’s Survivor Care campus in Chiang Mai, Thailand. A fifteen-year-old survivor named Jitra approached them in the vocational training building and gave them each a doll she had made. One of the staff members told Jitra that when she saw it, she would remember to pray for her. She asked Jitra if there was anything specific she could pray for. The girl spoke to them in Thai for several minutes, and a staff member translated: “The past few years have been pretty rough. I have been so hurt and alone that I have hurt myself and even tried to commit suicide. At Rapha, I began studying the Bible with my Bible teacher, and I remembered learning about God when I was a little girl.”

During her time at Rapha, Jitra found safety and healing after unimaginable trauma. She decided to return to the faith of her childhood and accept Jesus as her Savior. The staff member continued to translate for the girl: “I am working hard and trying to be a good girl. Please pray that I will be good.” They told Jitra that she is already good. Everyone has opportunities to grow and to learn, but she has always been a good girl and she is good every day.

International Visits Thailand One afternoon during a visit to Rapha’s Survivor Care campus in Thailand, I saw a little girl walking with a Rapha caregiver to the dining hall. The little girl held one of the caregiver’s hands in both of hers, looking up into her face and talking a mile a minute. Having raised two little girls of my own, the scene felt incredibly familiar. This was a seven-year-old little girl who wanted a mother’s love. Or, as close to a mother as she could get in the absence of her own. Here was a little girl who wanted to matter to someone, and to give and receive affection. Here was a little girl, just like my girls had been many years ago, who needed someone’s time and attention. Our staff does a great job of giving our girls everything they can, but the connection of a child to their mother and family is irreplaceable. That is why we work so hard to reunite families if at all possible. It is why we work so hard, not just with the girls in our Survivor Care programs, but with their families and communities—so they can go home to families who are healing and breaking generational cycles of trauma. She reminded me, as she smiled with two front teeth missing, of the need for connection God has put in each of our hearts. Her seven-yearold heart craves connection; she wants to matter. Thank you for being a part of weaving healing into every heart we touch.

ANGIE BROWER

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Cambodia While traveling to each of our Southeast Asia locations this summer, I was blessed with the opportunity to participate in the Cambodia team’s biannual management meeting and the Battambang staff award ceremony. Rapha has programs in three different cities in Cambodia. Twice a year Country Director, Theara Sath, gathers the managers from all three locations to spend a few days together sharing and strategizing. I loved hearing from them about each program's successes and challenges, as well as their plans for the coming year. It was encouraging and moving to consider the impact on so many children, families, and communities throughout Cambodia as I listened to the team share about their work. At the end of that week, I got to be a part of the awards ceremony on our Battambang campus. Certificates were presented to staff members and girls who completed different courses and programs. Gifts were presented to staff members who had reached their 5-year, 10-year, and 15year anniversary of working with Rapha. Several of them gave speeches about what the work has meant to them. The positive work culture within the organization was evident in the words they spoke, the long tenure of so many employees, and the laughter when they were all together. When I spend time with our international teams, I am so impressed by their dedication, their insight, and their vision. It is an honor to work alongside so many people who are wholeheartedly dedicated to bringing to fruition the mission of Rapha International: to end the trafficking and sexual abuse of children—one child, one family, and one community at a time.

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Cambodia I had an amazing experience traveling to Cambodia with Rapha in 2025. We had the opportunity to attend the pre-school graduation at Rapha’s Prevention center in Battambang. These little 5-year-olds were so excited and so proud to be awarded their graduation certificates. The teachers shared some of the children’s accomplishments and what it means to graduate. Five of these little girls performed a traditional dance in costume and it melted our hearts. When the ceremony was over, a couple of mothers came forward and shared what Rapha’s services meant to them. They started sharing and there wasn’t a dry eye belonging to any adult in the room. These women shared how much their children have learned and how it has changed each of their families’ lives. They know their child has been given an opportunity that they did not have. We all want more for our children than we had ourselves. Some of the first children served by Rapha’s Prevention programs have come back to help teach the children. Rapha is changing the lives of children, families, and communities, and creating generational cycles of hope and freedom.

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Staff Highlights NAH has served as the Programs Manager at Rapha’s Survivor Care campuses in Chiang Mai, Thailand for 7 years. She oversees programming that offers high quality care to survivors. She supports staff providing direct services to clients, like social workers, counselors, and caregivers so that they are well-equipped to do their jobs with knowledge and integrity. Nah said about her motivation to work at Rapha, “We know that God loves us and chose us. Because we know God’s love for us, we can share his love for others. Jesus came to heal the sick, so when we have opportunities, we must help others find healing. I really love kids, with no limit! I’m happy to know they are growing up, they have a good future, and they have opportunities for a good life.” Nah is a Bible college graduate with a husband and a two-year-old son. She enjoys listening to music, dancing, and spending time with her family.

SAMIDY is the Counseling Manager at Rapha’s Survivor Care campus in Battambang, Cambodia. She has served at Rapha for 13 years. Samidy helps clients heal from trauma by supporting and empowering our counseling team to provide highquality services. When asked about her motivation to work at Rapha, Samidy said, “I believe that each girl deserves to feel safe and have a safe space to talk and express their thoughts and feelings without judgment. To see them healing and transforming is a great motivation for me to continue the work.” Samidy has recently finished a Masters in Counseling. She loves art and paints in her free time as a way to relieve stress and combat secondary trauma.

NAHOMY is the Associate Director of Rapha International in Haiti. She supports the Country Director in coordinating all of the organization’s programs and operations, ensuring the smooth implementation of activities across the country. She has been working with Rapha for 7 years and has held several positions, including Social Worker, Survivor Care Manager, and Programs Manager. Today, she helps define program priorities and oversees their implementation to better respond to the needs of vulnerable populations. Passionate about supporting survivors, Nahomy is driven by the desire to contribute to their healing and well-being. She is the mother of two boys and enjoys music, movies, and outdoor activities.

JESSICA is the Development Director at our US Headquarters in Joplin, MO. She joined Rapha International in February of 2025. Jessica manages church engagement, donor relations, communications, and trip engagement. She is passionate about communicating the mission of Rapha to anyone who is willing to listen! Jessica says “I am motivated by the hard work our overseas staff does every day. Their dedication to provide a safe, beautiful, welcoming space with the deepest love and respect for the people we serve fuels my conversations with churches and donors. I work hard to help bring in the support our programs need so our staff can provide the best care possible.” Jessica is a wife and mother of three. She loves exploring outdoors with her family, gardening, cooking, and reading.

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Staff Care Caring for our staff is one of the most meaningful investments we can make. We prioritize staff care because they matter—not just as professionals, but as people. Many are young, passionate, and deeply committed to serving others while also supporting their own families. In places where wages are often low and demands on employees are high, we want to set a better standard. We want our staff to feel seen, valued, and supported in ways that reflect the growth and dignity we hope to foster in their communities. Our staff are our greatest resource. They carry the weight of daily walking alongside survivors who have experienced trauma and hardship. When we invest in their well-being, they are better equipped to offer the highest standard of care to the children and families we serve. Strong, supported staff create strong, sustainable impact. And finally, our staff are the future of our organization. As the local economy grows and professional standards evolve, we’re not the only ones seeking well-trained and experienced staff such as counselors, social workers, and teachers. If we want to retain and grow with them, we must invest in their education, development, and long-term stability. It’s how we build a future that reflects our values and strengthens our mission of ending trafficking one child, one family, and one community at a time for many years to come.

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Haiti Daily life in Port-au-Prince continues to be very difficult. Gangs control over 80% of the capital city and surrounding areas, and they continue launching attacks on civilians, killing innocent people, burning and destroying neighborhoods, and driving entire communities out of their homes. Inflation has skyrocketed over the past few years, making the cost of food and other basic necessities a major financial strain for most families. In the midst of this ongoing collective fear, instability, and economic stress, Rapha’s team in Haiti continues to show up to serve the most vulnerable. Our 23 staff members in Haiti work hard, day in and day out, to protect children and families and to provide essential care for victims of sexual violence. It is challenging work in an extremely challenging context. Thanks to a generous grant from the Imago Dei Fund, we were able to implement a staff care initiative for our amazing team in Haiti in 2025. We were able to provide ongoing individual counseling to our staff members and organize a series of group sessions on mental health and stress management. The team also enjoyed a couple of outings together, taking a break from the difficult things they are facing on a daily basis, to just spend time together playing games, eating good food, and relaxing. One of our managers shared this after a team lunch, “Beyond the shared enjoyment among colleagues, this gathering also sent a positive message to our neighborhood and community: it is possible to experience moments of collective joy even in difficult circumstances. These moments provide a break from everyday stress, connect personal and professional life, and strengthen team bonds while cultivating lasting positive energy.” We are so thankful for the brave individuals who make up Rapha’s team in Haiti, and we pray that God will give them the strength that they need as they continue to serve others with such grace and courage.

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United States Brett* is 14 years old. He began seeing a therapist at the Hope & Healing Center following a suicide attempt. Teenage boys aren’t always eager to talk about their feelings, and Brett was no exception. His therapist tried several different approaches to encourage him to open up, but Brett stayed silent, believing his silence would protect him. One day his therapist took him to the movement therapy room, a space meant to encourage clients to move their bodies while engaging in therapeutic conversations. Movement can help different parts of our brains engage and encourage creative thinking. As Brett and his therapist were swinging side-by-side in the sensory swings, he made muscles in the wall-length mirror. They were laughing together at his silly poses when suddenly he became very serious. Without making eye contact, the truth started to pour out—of the abuse, of the bullying, of the dark thoughts. In that space, his body suddenly felt safe enough to speak up. That’s when he learned that silence only protected his abuser. That’s when his road to healing really began. At the Hope & Healing Center, we believe every individual deserves to be heard, to be met where they are, and to be supported through their healing journey. Their stories are

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ANGIE BROWER

CHIEF CLINICAL OFFICER

Expansion of the Rapha Hope and Healing Center In 2025, Rapha moved its headquarters and the Hope & Healing Center, a trauma therapy center, into a new location in Joplin, MO. This expansion allows Rapha therapists to serve even more survivors of abuse and exploitation. We’re so grateful to walk alongside survivors right here in our local community! We hope to multiply this vision by establishing Rapha Hope & Healing Centers in other communities across the U.S.

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Cambodia In Cambodia, most young women from poor families stop going to school when they finish 9th grade. They often enter the workforce as young women and then marry and start families. Many of these young women do not know how to stand up for themselves and are easy targets for predators. Rapha’s Independent Living homes in Cambodia welcome girls from our Residential Survivor Care programs who are ready to transition to independence in their communities. It is a temporary living space where they have more freedom and can actively be part of society. However, we understand that the young women in the Independent Living program have experienced a lot of trauma. Their sense of worth was lost and their safety compromised. In this program stories are being rewritten, lives are being redeemed, and we are making an impact. The young women are supported, counseled, and mentored individually and as a group. The program provides a starting point for real-life experiences and opportunities to learn new social and life skills. Our hope is that these young women leave the program with a sense of value; empowered, unafraid, independent, strong, and ready to face the world. Today, many of them are thriving in their own pursuits, using the skills they learned while living at Rapha’s Independent Living homes. We are grateful for all the support we receive as we continue to work with more girls transitioning to adulthood.

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Thailand One of the many training opportunities offered in the vocational training program at Rapha’s Survivor Care campus and the Tim Tebow Foundation Protection Center in Chiang Mai, Thailand, is floral design. Flower arranging is an occupation that is always needed in the market in Thailand. Many of our girls enjoy creative activities, so this training not only gives them a possible career path but also brings them happiness and relaxation. Unique and engaging vocational skills training helps survivors develop patience, focus, and careful working habits—important life skills that will be useful in many areas of their lives. Most importantly, these activities also become part of the healing process, giving the girls a calm, safe, and positive space to restore their emotional well-being. We would like to express our sincere gratitude for your support. Thank you for recognizing the importance of supporting education and skill building for survivors. Your generosity allows us to continue building programs that inspire, empower, and prepare them for a brighter future.

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Family Strengthening and Community Outreach Family Strengthening and Support Services Families receive prevention and family strengthening services, including food and education support, relocation, social work support, income generating activities, and more.

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Young people, parents, service providers, and community leaders are provided training on preventing and responding to trafficking and abuse. Rapha’s staff members work as integral parts of the teams and systems combating trafficking and abuse in each of our countries of service. Rapha Cambodia work ing in nearby community.

Haiti Strengthening and supporting families is a key way to protect children from trafficking, exploitation, and abuse. In the circumstances that the Haitian people are currently facing, it is crucial. Widespread violence, political upheaval, and economic crisis set a stage that makes children extremely vulnerable. In Haiti, Rapha’s goal is to reduce that vulnerability for as many children and families as we can. We do this in a variety of ways, from working with individual children and families to training whole communities and groups of service providers. Throughout 2025, our team in Haiti worked to support vulnerable families through services like relocation to safer housing, educational support for children, and psychosocial services both for mothers and for children who have experienced sexual violence. We also provided income-generating activities for women to help empower them to provide for their families. We trained social workers, orphanage staff, and government agents on family reunification, and we directly supported the reunification of children who had been separated from their parents due to gang violence and economic struggles. Through our positive parenting classes and community awareness sessions on abuse prevention, we endeavored to strengthen family systems and entire communities. We want to see Haitian children safe and thriving, despite the enormous challenge in the current context. Thank you so much for your partnerships with Rapha that allow us to carry out this critical work in Haiti.

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Special Needs Day Program Children with special needs are taboo in Cambodian society. Buddhist beliefs often lead people to think of these children as a result of the family’s or parent’s bad karma. Children with intellectual or physical disabilities are at high risk for abuse and exploitation, especially when they are already marginalized in their families and communities. Rapha’s Special Needs Day Program, in partnership with the Tim Tebow Foundation, opened in April of 2025 to serve special needs children and to prevent exploitation and abuse. At the Day Program, our teachers and staff provide a safe place for the children to learn, play, and grow. At the same time, their parents can find work to produce income for the family without fear for their children. In a society where the understanding of these challenges is limited, the Day Program staff works with parents who are under extreme stress and isolation. The Day Program is an avenue for them to express their emotions and thoughts, learn from each other, and learn from professionals about autism and Down syndrome. There are support group meetings for parents raising children with special needs. The Day Program also partners with organizations and local authorities for professional development and support.

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In less than a year, we have seen the impact on the lives of the children we serve and their families. Though progress can be slow and made up of small victories, the children in the program have improved their skills and abilities. They have improved their social skills, strengthened their physical movements, and learned new ways to communicate. Parents are gaining a deeper understanding of their children and how to support their development. Rapha’s staff at the Day Program are building close relationships with these families. We believe that we need to work together for the future of our children. After all, it takes a village to raise a child.

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Program Partnerships Building sustainable freedom in communities requires the strengthening of systems, not only the efforts of individual organizations. Rapha International works in cooperation with a vast network of government agencies, coalitions, and NGO’s to provide services to survivors and to combat human trafficking, exploitation, and abuse.

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Join Team Rapha After a recent visit to Rapha’s programs in Thailand and Cambodia, a supporter commented, “I had no idea how big Rapha is!” That is a common impression when people visit Rapha’s Survivor Care campuses, Prevention centers, and community programs: surprise at the breadth and depth of Rapha’s work. Our presence extends far beyond any single campus—it is a coordinated team effort to prevent trafficking, care for survivors, and strengthen vulnerable families. The impact of Rapha’s staff is tremendous, but Team Rapha doesn’t stop there. Each day, people go to work, attend school, lead businesses, and serve their communities as part of Team Rapha. They choose to partner with Rapha and embody a shared commitment to protection and healing. When partner churches meet for Sunday worship, Team Rapha is present and in action, praying for Rapha’s work and the children we serve. Rapha is indeed very big and getting bigger all the time. Every year, more children are identified who need protection and support, and more survivors require professional care as they rebuild their lives. We are working hard to expand Team Rapha to meet the ever-growing needs. There are new places we want to go—places where survivors need to be able to sleep safely, continue their education, and begin building independent lives. To reach these survivors, we must secure consistent and reliable funding for the programs currently operating. That’s where the extended Team Rapha comes in. We need people, churches, and businesses to commit to partnership so that we can continue to grow together. The work of Rapha is more expansive than many people realize because compassionate people choose to be part of Team Rapha. There is a place for you here. Become a monthly partner. Advocate for Rapha within your church, business, or community. Find your place on Team Rapha today.

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As I reflect on my first year as Development Director at Rapha International, I’m filled with gratitude for the incredible churches, donors, and friends I’ve had the privilege of meeting. Again and again, I’ve witnessed your unwavering commitment to protecting vulnerable children—through sharing our mission, giving generously, advocating boldly, and praying faithfully. Each time I shared about our work, I was deeply moved by the response: tears, righteous anger, heartfelt sorrow, and a shared mourning for the trauma so many children endure. Confronting this darkness is never easy. Yet I also watched something powerful happen—moments of understanding sparked, resolve took root, and people stepped forward with tangible action: new partnerships, fundraisers, conversations, and earnest prayers. Every time, the mission became our mission. The impact of these encounters is immeasurable. And seeing this work firsthand? It’s truly life-changing. How might you and your friends experience Rapha this year? Will you join us at a Rapha Event? Check out our events page on our website! Would your church consider inviting a Rapha representative to come and speak? Do you need resources to share Rapha’s mission with your congregation? I would love to help you join the global Team Rapha— reach out today, and let’s start the conversation.

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Freedom Kids During my time in Southeast Asia in 2025, we visited Rapha programs in Cambodia and Thailand. It was an honor to share a meal with staff at each place we visited—to learn their names, faces, and hear their stories. What a blessing it was to meet the people who are being the hands and feet of Jesus and are graciously caring for the clients and families Rapha serves each day. I think of those staff members anytime I invite churches to utilize resources that help people learn more about trafficking and Rapha’s work. It is an honor to be a small part of Rapha’s global team that is committed to child protection. At Rapha, we are grateful for the churches who have used Rapha’s Freedom Kids curriculum during their VBS and summer camp programs—hundreds of children participating and learning about modern day slavery, trauma, and generosity, maybe even for the first time. These children and students faithfully gave their quarters, dollars, and more to raise money for Kingdom Work. We are thankful for the impact of everyone advocating for and protecting children in their communities all over the world. And that includes you! Thank you!

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RAPHA HOUSE INTERNATIONAL is a public benefit 501c3 nonprofit committed to ending the trafficking and sexual exploitation of children. Founded in 2003, Rapha International continues to serve and support children, while bringing them to lasting freedom. Healing, Hope, and Freedom is more than a slogan to us. It’s a way of life at Rapha International. Our mission is to to end the trafficking and sexual abuse of children—one child, one family, and one community at a time.

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