Following an extraordinary and deeply moving week in Tigray, we are profoundly grateful to share that Thelma and I have arrived home safely. Our time on the ground allowed us to visit and connect directly with the incredible teams serving across all four Operation Rescue Ethiopia (ORE) centres Mekelle, Adigrat, Adwa, and Maychew. Seeing their daily labor of love firsthand was both humbling and inspiring.
This visit brought us face-to-face with the dedicated heroes who carry the heart of this work every single day. With unwavering commitment, deep compassion, and relentless perseverance, these staff members are actively changing the outcomes and future trajectories of so many precious young souls. They do far more than provide basic services; they create safe spaces, offer guidance, and surround every child with unconditional love. We extend our deepest gratitude to each and every staff member for their extraordinary service, and we remain profoundly inspired by the transformative impact they are making across Tigray.