Angola – Ana
Ana’s life changed forever because of a landmine. Discover her story and how APOPO’s demining work offers hope to communities living in fear.
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Cambodia – Sarun
Discover how APOPO’s HeroRATs transformed the life of Sarun, a farmer in Cambodia, by clearing deadly landmines from his village, enabling safety, freedom, and prosperity.
Cambodia – Ly
In Cambodia, the remnants of war continue to pose a severe threat to everyday life. Landmines, hidden beneath fields and paths, can change lives in an instant, causing devastating injuries and disabilities. APOPO’s Victim Assistance program identifies landmine victims and provides essential support to those affected by these hidden dangers. Through our efforts, individuals like
Cambodia – Moa Sokleang
From Fear to Freedom: Sokleang’s Journey to Safe Land with APOPO
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Hilltop Country Day School, New Jersey
Loren Kleinman, Hilltop Country Day School Loren works for Hilltop Country Day School in New Jersey and found out about APOPO and our HeroRATs through the head of the school. Loren and the class’ decision to fundraise for APOPO was driven by their belief in the organization’s mission to create a better world by saving
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Angola – João André
Survival and Resilience in Ponte Filomena, Angola “My name is João André, and I am 38 years old. I was born in this neighborhood, Ponte Filomena, near the border between Cuanza Norte and Cuanza Sul provinces, and have always lived here.. I have four daughters and four sons. The youngest is 3 years old and
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Angola – Marcolino
Now that the mines are cleared, Marcolino can walk to his land easily…
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Progressive School of Long Island
Lisa Rand from the Progressive School of Long Island Lisa was well versed on the ability of rats as her daughter had pet rats growing up and in fact, Lisa adopted one of APOPO’s HeroRATs for her daughter as a gift! Lisa is a sixth-grade teacher at The Progressive School of Long Island in Merrick,
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