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A group of YoungLives mothers and leaders alongside Adriene Perry (center, right)

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Adriene Perry Using Firsthand Experience To Bring Hope To NYC's Teen Mothers (+Podcast)

When co-parenting as a young teen after her sister became pregnant in the 1980s, Perry describes a life of isolation, fear, and judgement. Now, she serves that same demographic in a place where teen pregnancy is commonplace – New York City. In the face of darkness and destitution, Perry describes a movement of redemption.

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From Darkness To Destiny: Las Vegas' Annie Lobert, Founder Of Pink Chair (+podcast) (strong content)

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Kyle Fraser used his honesty and people skills to win season 48 of "Survivor"

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A Story Of Resilience On And Off The Island: More Than A 'Survivor' Winner

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Brenda Powell (middle) with students and their new laptops

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Logging Into A Better Future: How Laptops 4 Learning Is Changing Lives (+ podcast)

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Joel And LaKisha Hodge Non-Profit Founders

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Struggle Of Love Foundation: Transforming Lives In Denver (+Podcast)

For nearly 25 years, LaKisha and Joel Hodge have created a legacy of service in Denver — offering many forms of vital support to the community.

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Children's book author Teresa Argenbright.

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Teresa Argenbright: Inspiring Kids To Unplug And Imagine (+Podcast)

Teresa's journey from being a stay-at-home mom and grandma to becoming a published children's book author. She is passionate about helping parents instill the joy of reading in their kids through story time sparking their imagination.

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Five students listen intently as Dr. White shares a photo on a tablet device.

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Dr. Jonathan White Blends Faith, Scholarship to Inspire Pittsburgh Youth (+Podcast)

Dr. White is transforming lives across Pittsburgh by merging faith, education, and activism to empower the next generation.

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Husband and wife and two older young people

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United For The Next Generation: Ed Kazmarek Of Youth For Christ Sacramento (+podcast)

Youth for Christ began as a ministry of the late Rev. Billy Graham

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Amy Barnes Christian Comedian

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Laughing Through The Chaos, Living With Purpose: The Amy Barnes Story (+Podcast)

We are laughing through life with Amy Barnes, someone who knows how to find joy in the chaos and faith in the funny.

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Kelly Ramsey's book "Wildfire Days"

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Forged In Fire: One Woman’s Fight To Keep Communities Safe (+Podcast)

Kelly Ramsey shared her experience as the only woman on an elite 20-person 'hotshot crew' fighting California wildfires. She also provided safety tips on how the community can prepare their homes for the upcoming fire season.

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Dr. Megan Alt

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A Double Hero! Pharmacist Saves 2 Lives At Store The Same Day

“We’re proud to celebrate Dr. Megan Alt, one of our outstanding pharmacy alumni…” – Cedarville University School of Pharmacy

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We Love Philly Team holding up hand signals showing, hearts, love, and peace.

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Philadelphia: Carlos Aponte Inspires Change With 'We Love Philly' A Holistic Approach To Further Education And Careers

Aponte, educator and founder of We Love Philly, is transforming the lives of young Philadelphians through a unique program rooted in service, emotional development, and hands-on career training. Aponte’s mission is clear: to create a space where young people feel seen, heard, and loved—helping them build purpose-driven futures.

Photo Credit: Carlos Aponte - We Love Philly Founder

George and Tondra Gregory

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X’s, O’s, And Vows: The Gregorys Break Down 'The Marriage Gameplan'

“We struggled in our marriage but once we figured out how to make it work, we said, ‘Oh my gosh, we’ve got to help as many couples as we can figure this thing out.'"

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Hope Center Director Adam Harvey

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Hope Center Director Adam Harvey Is Restoring Hope In An Oregon Community One Family At A Time (+Podcast)

Harvey, director of the Salvation Army’s Hope Center in Hillsboro, is leading a powerful movement to restore dignity and hope to struggling families in Washington County.

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