b'horizonsDear Supporters of Heifer International,I hope this finds you safe and well. In place of the normal CEO note, weve asked Joyce Adhiambo Omollo, a poultry farmer and project participant from Kenya, to welcome you to this edition ofWorld Arkmagazine. Farmers like Joyce are testimony to the impact of Heifers life-changing work, which is powered by supporters like you. This holiday season, were grateful for your support. In the coming months, we look forward to introducing you to our new president and CEO, Surita Sandosham, who has taken over for Pierre Ferrari following his retirement.In this issue youll read stories of hope and perseverance gathered in the course of our work around the world. We hope you are as encouraged by these results as we are.With gratitude, Randi Hedin Heifer International Board chairDear Determined Humanitarians,MY NAME IS JOYCE. Im a poultry farmer from HomaBecause I have seen the benefits, I know that when Bay County, Kenya, where I live with two of my childrenI sell more chickens it will not be difficult to pay the and my four grandchildren.school fees. In the next five to 10 years, I want to have Poultry has helped me in many ways, because if ita big farm with 1,000 chickens. That is my vision. I also were not for my chickens, I would not be where I amenvision keeping goats and cows. today. I dont have to ask other people for food. I dontAs Joyce, I tell women who sit and wait for assistance ask for assistance from anyone.not to do that. That is a habit that will not help them. You This happened because I became a member of themay sit waiting for assistance till next year, but when Great Wang Chieng Producer Organization. I listenedyou start small, you can benefit little by little. and did what I was advised.In the short period I have interacted with Heifer, I Now, I have sold 70 chickens and I have 30 left.have seen that I have a chance of advancing my life. All These chickens lay eggs and I get money from sellingit takes is one chicken!the eggs. I sell each egg for 20 shillings (17 cents) and I have given 15 chickens to other families as a way ofYours faithfully, passing on the gift. Joyce Adhiambo OmolloPoultry farmer, Homa Bay County, Kenya Gift Ideas BEGIN ON PAGE 17HEIFER.ORG |1'