In Malawi, Daniel and Judith Ng’oma and their seven children once lived as outcasts. Their community rejected them because their son Suzgo was born with a physical disability. Many believed his condition was a punishment for wrongdoing, and as a result, the family was excluded from daily life and support.
Through World Renew and our local partner, Eagles Relief and Development, families in this community were invited to take part in training for income-generating activities to help address food insecurity. However, the Ng’oma family was initially denied the opportunity to participate because of the stigma they faced.
Eagles staff responded by reminding the community, through God’s Word, that God is merciful and calls us to show mercy to one another. Gradually, hearts began to change. Today, the Ng’omas are no longer rejected—they are respected and embraced as people created in God’s image.
Barriers That Still Remain
This transformation is a powerful reminder of what is possible. Yet the journey toward justice and inclusion is not complete.
Suzgo, now 15, moves by rolling and crawling on his elbows. He once attended school, but after accidentally falling into a pit, school administrators asked his parents to keep him at home. Like many children living with disabilities, Suzgo now faces barriers that prevent him from continuing his education.
Across the world, too many children are excluded from school because of disability, stigma, or lack of accessibility. These barriers limit not only their opportunities, but also the potential of entire communities.
A Call to Compassion and Justice
We are called to continue working toward a world where every child is valued, included, and given the opportunity to learn and thrive.
Please join us in praying for children who are denied access to education. Pray that God will fulfil his Word, as King David wrote: “The LORD works righteousness and justice for all the oppressed.” (Psalm 103:6)
Through ongoing support for peace and justice initiatives, more children and families can experience meaningful change—gaining access to education, strengthening their livelihoods, and being recognized for the dignity they have always held as image bearers of God.
