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Advocating for Deaf Libyans by creating a sign language app to allow deaf family members and friends to learn sign language easily to bridge the gap and foster increased respect and understanding<\/p>\n
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Establishing a community-based marine research station in the Maldives, expanding understanding of local marine science, conservation and restoration of reef biosphere, and training local youth<\/p>\n
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Training hospital staff in neonatal resuscitation and care, attending International educational conferences with Mongolian doctors, and updating dated practices<\/p>\n
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Helping the impoverished people of Nepal break the cycle of poverty through safe living, education, medical treatment, housing, and basic necessities<\/p>\n
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Saving the Azerbaijani tradition of rug weaving by embodying the aesthetics and methods of centuries past, while maximizing benefit for weavers and their community today<\/p>\n
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Bringing clean, sustainable water to more rural communities in Somaliland and beyond, designing water solutions that are resilient and work toward creating long-term abundance without dependency on external operational, maintenance funds<\/p>\n
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Supporting Tajiks by promoting small business development, financial inclusion and job creation so less men are forced to abandon families for countries with better work opportunities<\/p>\n
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Promoting agricultural development and small scale industrialization to strategically reduce poverty and improve livelihoods in rural communities<\/p>\n
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Distributing essential supplies in the aftermath of devastating earthquakes and creating long term solutions for refugees and disaster victims who do not have access to essential services<\/p>\n
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Empowering people with spinal cord injuries to rebuild their lives through peer mentoring, physical rehabilitation, and mental wellness support<\/p>\n
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Focusing on community development by providing adventure therapy programs, job training, and academic opportunities for vulnerable children without parental care<\/p>\n
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Addressing gaps in child protection by offering emotional and physical intelligence curriculum training to schools, non-government entities, and community-based organizations seeking to advocate for child protection in the Middle East<\/p>\n
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Millennium Relief & Development is a large network<\/strong> of committed and innovative problem-solvers working in over 39 countries and territories through community development and humanitarian aid. 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