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What Gives Us Hope in 2023

With so many health challenges around the world, it can be hard to have hope. But Project HOPE team members and supporters are working every day to change the narrative and improve care around the world. Here’s what a few Project HOPE team members and supporters are hopeful for this year:

A photograph showing two health workers in white scrubs smiling brightly as they hold a small baby in a pink blanket at a Project HOPE-supported hospital in the Dominican Republic.

EMMA SCHWARTZ, Writer for Project HOPE
“What gives me hope in 2023 are all the stories of progress and triumph I’ve heard from health workers this year. I’ve met doctors, nurses, and community health workers who have devoted their lives to caring for others and are committed to continuing their learning and education to be the best they can be for their communities.

In the Dominican Republic, I’ve seen how this commitment saves newborn lives, and how the equipment Project HOPE delivers is saving lives. We went to hospitals that would not have incubators, radiant heaters, or ventilators if it weren’t for Project HOPE.”

A photograph of Artem an information officer in Ukraine where he is laughing and looking to the left. He wears a turtleneck sweater and Project HOPE rain jacket.

ARTEM MURACH, Information Officer in Ukraine
“First, what gives me hope is a feeling that being a part of a humanitarian organization I am doing something useful and important, so I can shift the focus from myself to the people in need that we are helping. Seeing the actual impact and meeting strong and resilient people across the country really makes me proud and hopeful.

“Also, what lifts me up are small, everyday things like playing board games and laughing with my friends, enjoying a delicious dinner in my hometown, singing and playing music, taking a stroll in the park, or riding a bike. Finding some fun things to do every day and trying out new things really helps me stay distracted, not lose my mind, and keep going.“

A photograph of a young mother in Ethiopia smiling as she holds her laughing toddler at a Project HOPE-supported clinic. She wears a heasd scarf and tshirt while her daughter wears a yellow polo under a grey shirt.

PHOENIX REDTAIL, Twitch Streamer (PoniesOnTwitch)
“What gives me hope for 2023 is that when there’s rain in your life, and someone comes along willing to be your sun, it creates the most beautiful rainbow. We often see the world as a cruel place, but we can’t overlook the kindness it has, too.”

A photograph showing two health workers in Indonesia as they look at the camera and hold up their fists in a gesture of strength. They wear medical masks and Project HOPE scrubs against the background of a hospital.

FATHIMATUZZAHRA SHAFIRA, Yayasan Project HOPE in Indonesia
“One of my joys is when midwives come to us to thank us for how useful our mental health training is so that they can provide proper care for mothers who come and seek their help.

They hope that there will be more mental health trainings held by Project HOPE so that more midwives could join this training. Their story really gives us HOPE to face another day and let’s welcome 2023 with HOPE!”

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