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Empowering child survivors of war to become leaders for peace through art focused trauma care and holistic rehabilitation programs

10/13/2026

For the first time in a long time, a child woke up and realized they hadn’t dreamed about war.
What did you dream about as a child?
Maybe you were flying through an imaginary world, going on grand adventures, or defeating the villains in your favorite story.

Childhood is supposed to be filled with wonder.

But for children who have experienced war, even sleep can be a place where the trauma follows them. Their dreams can be filled with the things no child should have to carry—violence, loss, fear, and memories of war.
That’s why creating space for healing matters.

Through art-focused trauma care, children can begin to process what they’ve experienced and find healthy ways to express what words can’t always say. Through music, dance, drama, drawing, and creativity, they are given room to imagine something beyond the pain.

And sometimes, hope looks like something as simple and profound as waking up after a night of sleep and realizing:
“I didn’t dream about war.”

That is worth celebrating!

Because every child deserves a childhood filled with wonder, dreams, and the freedom to imagine a beautiful future.

10/12/2026

Exile partners with many different schools around Congo and Uganda to provide our students with the education they deserve. Some of our Exile mentors recently had the opportunity to visit students at their schools where many of them live in active war zones.

It's always such a joy to see them doing well.

To see their hard work paying off.
To hear about what they’re learning.
To watch their confidence grow.
To celebrate the progress they’re making.

These moments are a beautiful reminder that healing and restoration take many forms. Sometimes, it looks like a student sitting in a classroom, working toward a dream they’re beginning to believe is possible.

We’re so proud of these young people and grateful for the mentors who continue to walk alongside them. They are the heartbeat of this ministry and we couldn’t do it without them!

10/11/2026

“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
— Lamentations 3:22–23

Praise the Lord for a God whose mercy meets us again every morning!
Not because life is always easy. Not because the past can simply be erased. But because God’s faithfulness is greater than our circumstances.

We see that reminder in the lives of the children and youth we serve. Their stories hold real hardship and loss, but they also hold moments of healing, new beginnings, courage, and hope.

His compassion never fails.
His mercies are new.
His faithfulness remains.

Whatever today holds, may we remember that we are held by a God who is faithful—morning after morning.

10/09/2026

We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us for Hope Wins and helped make this evening so meaningful.

From our inspiring performers to our incredible sponsors, every part of the night was a beautiful reminder of the hope that comes when a child has the opportunity to heal, learn, and dream again.

To everyone who attended, sponsored, donated, volunteered, or simply showed up — thank you. Your generosity and support will help us continue spreading hope and making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

We’re so grateful to have a community that believes in the power of hope.

Together, hope wins💙

10/08/2026

It’s National Hero Day and we’re celebrating some of the heroes behind Exile International!

Our teams in Congo and Uganda show up every day with compassion, courage, and an incredible commitment to the children and youth they serve.

They do this work in places where life can be difficult and uncertainty is often part of the reality. And they do it while navigating their own families, responsibilities, challenges, and stories.

Still, they show up.
They sit with children.
They listen.
They teach.
They create spaces for healing.
They encourage.
They advocate.
They lead.
They remind young people that their lives have value and their futures are worth believing in.

And so much of what they give never makes it into a photograph or a social media post.

Their time. Their energy. Their wisdom. Their hearts. Their lives.

We are incredibly grateful for the men and women who serve on the ground in Congo and Uganda. They aren't simply carrying out a program—they are building relationships, walking alongside young people, and helping create pathways toward hope and healing in their own communities.

Today, we honor you.

Thank you for the sacrifices you make. Thank you for the ways you keep showing up. Thank you for loving these children so well.

We are better because of you, and Exile would not be what it is without you.
Let's show our heroes some love! Drop a 🙏 below to show them you are praying for them today!

Happy National Hero Day to our incredible staff! May the Lord bless you and keep you, may His face shine upon you and give you peace 🤍

10/07/2026

For children like Jeffrey, impacted by war, education can change the trajectory of a life.

When your childhood is interrupted by conflict, so much of life becomes uncertain. Safety. Stability. Opportunity. Even the ability to stay in school can become difficult.

That’s why education is such an important part of how we serve children and youth at Exile International.

Because education is about more than learning to read, solving math problems, or passing the next grade.

It’s about giving a child a place to learn and grow.
It’s about building confidence and opening doors.
It’s about equipping young people with skills they can carry into their futures.

And it’s about giving them the opportunity to discover gifts, pursue dreams, and imagine a life beyond the circumstances they have experienced.

We want to see children do more than survive what they’ve been through.
We want to see them heal. Learn. Grow. Dream. And become who God created them to be.

Every school day is a step toward that future. And every child sitting in a classroom is a reminder of why this work matters so much!

Thank you for being a part of these children’s future to be leaders for peace!

10/06/2026

LAST CALL TO HELP OUT!

Our US Team is getting ready to visit Exile programs in Congo & Uganda, and we're making one final push to gather the supplies for our teams and the children we serve!

We've created an Amazon Wish List filled with essential items, and there's still time for you to make a difference by purchasing an item directly from the list.

If you've been meaning to give, NOW is the time! Help us get these supplies into the hands of the children and teams we serve.

LAST CALL to shop our Amazon Wish List 🔗

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1CC33M7TT4IVL?ref_=wl_share

Thank you for helping us make this journey possible and for being part of the Exile International family

10/05/2026

Every child deserves someone in their corner. 🤍

Someone who believes in their future.
Someone who prays for them.
Someone who comes alongside them as they heal, learn, grow, and dream.

That’s what it means to be a Child Champion.

Your monthly gift helps provide holistic care for a child impacted by war—from art-focused trauma care and education to basic needs, opportunity, and discipleship. And you don’t just give from a distance. You’re connected to a child, receive updates and letters, and get to watch their story unfold.

100% of your monthly gift goes directly to the child you champion.
For as little as $38/month, you can become a Child Champion.

Learn more:
https://exileinternational.org/champion/

10/04/2026

“I remain confident of this: I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.”— Psalm 27:13–14

Hope doesn’t always mean knowing exactly what comes next.

Sometimes hope is choosing to believe that God is still working—even when we can’t yet see how the story will unfold.

We see that kind of hope in the lives of the children and youth Exile serves. Their circumstances may have changed their stories, but they do not get to determine their futures. There is still healing ahead. There are still dreams to pursue. There is still goodness to be seen.

May we be people who wait with confidence, take heart, and keep believing in the goodness of God!

TODAY is the last day to give towards the Hope Wins goal!

Don’t miss the opportunity to double your impact.
📱 Text HOPEWINS to 44-321 to give toward the match.

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