HIGHLIGHTING AMAZING PEOPLE
BARBARA STEWART
Children who have experienced trauma can have special challenges that often leave caregivers confused and frustrated. Barbara has seen this first hand. She was a house parent for teens in Asia, where she lived for 13 years. This role became much more than a job to Barbara. Her heart for the young overflows and you can tell her passion when you meet her. For years she has been studying brain development and the effects of trauma on children. She has worked with countless individuals and organizations to train others in trauma response for children. Her new organization Made 4 Connection works as a basecamp for training others. Barbara brings hope and light into a world that often seems very dark and isolating. We are thankful for the hope she brings.
Made 4 Connection - United States of America
SERGIO VERA AND GUSTAVO GALVAN
Sergio and Gus are two outstanding men who answered the call of God on their lives. They were both involved in local gangs and drug abuse when God reached down and spoke to them through a local pastor and church. Now they are serving on staff and loving the people out of the darkness they were once caught in. 100 West Foundation couldn’t think of a better place for funds to be allocated than to these two faith-filled and faithful men who are change agents in their community
New Life Church - Los Angeles, United States of America
DICKENS AND STEPH LIKHANGA
Dickens and Steph met in Kenya, married, and then spent a few years serving in the US. Recently, they returned to Africa to serve in Senegal at one of the foremost international schools in the city of Dakar. Dickens is the Director of Technology for DCA, which includes 3 campuses in the greater Dakar area. Steph is the only High School Counselor. Her heart is to see restoration in kids lives and bring healing and wholeness to the families in their community. Steph is trained in TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention) and partners with our friend, Barbara Stewart, who pioneered Made 4 Connection.
Dakar Christian Academy - Senagal
ADAM AND ABBY STRANGE
Adam and Abby Strange are being trained to lead a YWAM base in Muskegon, Michigan. While serving in Michigan, they were actively involved in outreach to people experiencing homelessness, helping create a space where individuals could access clothing and be ministered to. They also led weekly Bible studies at a juvenile detention center and hosted monthly worship nights.
They are currently based in Florida, receiving further training and mentorship from YWAM leaders as they prepare to return to Michigan.
Mission Enablers - Michigan, United States of America
DMITRY AND VICTORIA SIM
Dmitry and Victoria Sim are dedicated teachers based in China with a heart for serving children and young people. Dmitry has a passion for working with children with special needs, investing in their growth and development with patience and care.
Each summer, they lead an English camp ministry in Central Asia, creating a fun and engaging space where children can strengthen their English skills, enjoy games, and learn about the gospel. Alongside this, Dmitry and Victoria are actively involved in ministry work with university students.
