Tag Archive: Ben Turner
June
15
2015
Lasting change comes from the process, not just the results
Talk of ‘capitalism’ paired with charity is still very popular. The buzzwords are plentiful: ‘social enterprise,’ ‘conscious capitalism,’ ‘sustainability.’ It is a valuable movement and a conversation worth supporting. However, a focus on a particular model, concept or approach to serving an impoverished world without real application to families and communities can be distracting at… continue readingJanuary
26
2015
The stories behind the numbers
Over the past two years, we have had the privilege of working with dozens of people in the village of Bauya. We have experienced the joys and the challenges of interacting with people. The joys include seeing people recognize the value of an opportunity to earn an income and understand that it is worth what… continue readingJanuary
21
2015
The process of service
Successful businesses are disciplined in following simple and repeatable processes that achieve their goals. Just Hope’s Guiding Principle of utilizing good business practices includes an established process for our service efforts from beginning to end. It is this process and our commitment to it which enables our project team to effectively utilize the money our… continue readingDecember
18
2014
Rejoicing at Christmas, even amid the suffering
[display_video vimeo=114919288] “Have a holly, jolly Christmas! It’s the best time of the year!” Burl Ives sings of a blissful season filled with a ‘cup of cheer.’ It’s Christmas… and we are all aware of people who are hurting. What if our cup seems empty? Should we rejoice? Yes. Here and around the world, family… continue readingDecember
12
2014
Remarks from Ben Turner, Second Annual Report From the Field
The following is a transcript of the remarks delivered by Ben Turner, president of Just Hope International, at our Second Annual Report From the Field, held December 2, 2014. To view a gallery of photos from the event, visit this post. A little over a year ago at Just Hope’s First Report From the Field,… continue readingDecember
5
2014
Second Annual Report From the Field Photo Gallery
We would like to express a big “thank you!” to everyone who attended our Report From the Field and Open House earlier this week. A Report From the Field summary will be made available soon on our web site, if you were unable to attend or would like to share with others the remarks of… continue readingNovember
21
2014
Pineapple, one year later
This time last year we were delighted to announce that our first pineapple crop was in the ground in Sierra Leone! Neatly lined rows of “suckers” stood in the November sun at the end of the rainy season, beginning their 18-month journey from seedling to fruit. [See second photo, above.] Our partner Africa Felix Juice… continue readingSeptember
30
2014
