WAVES OF LOVE AND COMPASSION
What breaks your heart? What are you passionate about changing? And what are you going to do to make a real difference with your life? We have collected hundreds of stories of love and compassion from around the world submitted to us by our members. We have included a few for you to read about below. Check back often for updates.
(Some names, images, and locations have been changed from stories below to protect identities.)
DIONA'S WAVE
SAFE PLACES FOR YOUTH
Our WAVE is creating an after school program that anyone in middle school and high school can attend. We're making a place kids can be open about themselves and their lives with the help of a support group.
CARA'S WAVE
DISCRIMINATION
We live in a community where race plays a large role in social status. We're breaking the chain of discrimination by throwing block parties for children so they can build relationships with kids outside their circle.
MARIA'S WAVE
TEEN PREGNANCY
We are starting pro-life groups at our school and working toward creating programs and getting resources for teen girls who get pregnant. We want to let them know there are alternatives to abortion.
WUO'S WAVE
SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Substance abuse in Liberia is a real problem among teens, so we're educating our peers about the dangers of drugs and alcohol. We meet twice a month to discuss strategies in handling this issue.
HUYNH'S WAVE
RECONCILIATION
The Head Master of our school challenged us about how forgiveness has the power to change the world and bring people together. Our WAVE is continuing to spread the message in our generation.
KEVIN'S WAVE
ANYTHING JESUS SAYS
So far we've packaged meals for those in need, dressed up as Disney characters for less fortunate children, volunteered for a full day to aid children with cardiovascular diseases. and put on a carnival for kids.
ROBERT'S WAVE
MENTORING
This summer our WAVE volunteered every day to help at a day camp. Our next group project is helping with an after school program to mentor and tutor some cool special needs children in our community.
KRISTEN'S WAVE
HURTING PEOPLE
My WAVE goes to public places praying for people that God puts on our hearts. I am only 15, but we are determined because we can do anything through our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ.
WILLIAM'S WAVE
BULLYING
Our WAVE has decided to raise awareness about bullying. The more information we share, the more people will be informed about the problem. There's no better place to spread the word than in our own school.
JEFF'S WAVE
HOMELESSNESS
We're caring for the homeless by buying them meals and eating with them on the street. When we're done, we leave them a Bible and other necessities and let them know how much Jesus loves them.
GRACE'S WAVE
POVERTY
We are creating hygiene packs and taking them to our local food pantry to give to the people that can't afford the items. So far we've decided to include toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, diapers, etc.
EDGAR'S WAVE
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
I was raped by my cousin from the age of 7 all the way to 12. Then my dad started to hit my mom, but it’s alright now. So I started a WAVE with my friends to try and end domestic violence and child rape.
ADRIAN'S WAVE
ELDERLY CARE
Our WAVE adopted a senior citizen center. We take care of their gardens, walk their dogs, and deliver food to them on Tuesday nights. This year, we frosted Easter cookies with those whose families don't visit.
LEAH'S WAVE
CLEAN WATER
We started a clean water project for rural communities in our home in South Africa because so many children are getting sick. We're also installing water tanks with a water filtration system in villages.