Transformed Lives

Over the years, Five Talents has reached over 1 million beneficiaries. Here are some of their stories:

 
 
Escaping Poverty and War

escaping poverty and war

After fleeing home with her only surviving daughter, Kondok began a new life.

 
Art and Business Development

An Artist's DReam

Rosa's talent became the foundation for a new business. Discover how an artist established her first workshop.

 
Hope for Widows in South Sudan

The Widow's Hope

Read Angelina's powerful testimony of redemption: a crippled widow and mother of two discovers a contagious hope.

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Seeds of Hope: A Father’s Journey to Financial Freedom

Discover how financial freedom is won. Lessons from a father’s business in South Sudan.
Meet Salome, a Tanzanian Entrepreneur
From Dependence to Dignity: A Mother’s Story of Business in Burundi

Empowering women like Consolate in Burundi means that all eight of her children will have access to food, education, and basic healthcare.
Micro-Business Success: What it Means for Displaced Communities in Juba

What does it look like to develop micro-businesses among displaced communities in South Sudan? Consider Mary's story.
Finding My Voice: Discovering the Courage to Lead

Despite only having a fifth grade education, Maria found her voice and gained the confidence to lead her community.
The Power of Gado-Gado: How to Build a Small Business

Discover how business training and micro-savings transformed a family in Indonesia.
Rebuilding Business in South Sudan: Fostering economic growth amidst insecurity and inflation

Amidst insecurity and high inflation, businesses often default or are forced to close down. By creating stable financial systems, Five Talents is helping to rebuild business.
The Power of Family Savings: A Story from Rural Bolivia

As a family learns to save, they transform their one room house and prepare to build their own home.
Setiowaty's Story: Increasing Income in Indonesia

Setiowaty has been a member of a community savings group for over six years. With access to business training, savings, and small loans she has been able to grow.
Debt-Free Development in Indonesia: Nuriah's Story

Nuriah's business relied on funding from loan sharks who charged exorbitant interest for quick cash. When she gained access to secure savings and low interest loans, her family and business both benefited.