This summer I had the joy of returning to Rwanda (with my daughter!) to celebrate Urwego’s 25th anniversary. Urwego is one of the oldest microfinance institutions in HOPE’s network—and where I served as executive director from 1999-2002. The anniversary celebration brought together church partners, government officials, staff, and current and former Urwego loan recipients...
Persevering Love
On a crisp fall day, I left New England to begin my first job in microenterprise development. But as soon as I stepped off the airplane, Cambodia’s heavy, humid air reminded me I was thousands of miles from home. In the coming days, the differences between my old and new homes felt stark. While...
When Not Helping Hurts
The coronavirus pandemic is having a devastating economic impact on people living in global poverty. We are in a moment that requires immediate, full-scale relief. Such a statement may come as a surprise to those who know me. As head of a Christian organization focused on economic development and microfinance, I have been a vocal critic...