Claire’s Story
In the dark early days of the pandemic, you gave Claire hope In the darkest days of the pandemic, 10ThousandWindows supporters were a lifesaving force for survivors like Claire. As a child, Claire (name changed to protect survivor privacy) was sexually exploited by a close family member, leaving her with deep emotional and psychological wounds. […]
You empowered Ana who was vulnerable to trafficking
Ana was vulnerable to trafficking. But before she could be exploited, she was introduced to 10ThousandWindows. Like many women in the Philippines, Ana* married young and was forced to leave high school early to help support her family. But she found herself struggling to find work that would pay the bills. Because the Philippine job […]
Jonna is restoring the lives of human trafficking survivors
Meet Jonna. As the Country Director of 10ThousandWindows in the Philippines, Jonna is dedicated to restoring the lives of survivors of human trafficking and exploitation. Q: What motivates you and keeps you going every day working with survivors of human trafficking and exploitation? Jonna: Our clients express a concrete need for our services. That ‘need’ […]
Your gifts helped Valerie break the cycle of exploitation
When Valerie arrived in Malaysia for a new job, she quickly learned her employer had tricked her into trafficking. Your generosity helped set her free. Raised by her grandmother and aunt, Valerie* delayed her dream of going to college to help provide for her family. In high school, she was a talented musician who often […]
Q and A with Janice, Deputy Country Director, Philippines
From what motivates her every day, to how she helps restore the lives of trafficking victims – quality time with Janice, 10ThousandWindows Deputy Country Director. Q: What motivates you in your work? A: I am motivated knowing that the impact of our work in every survivor’s life can affect future generations. Their children and grandchildren […]
Once a victim of abuse, Natalie restores others
As a child, Natalie was a victim of abuse. Today, she harnesses the power of her own story to help others who have suffered exploitation. Natalie (not her real name) is the newest staff member to join 10ThousandWindows in the Philippines. After many years of being supported by 10ThousandWindows as a survivor in our education […]