Survivor Stories

Welcome to our collection of inspiring tales of resilience and triumph in the face of adversity. Here, we showcase the extraordinary journeys of individuals who have overcome life's greatest challenges, sharing their experiences to inspire and empower others.

In a matter of hours, Diana found herself in the hospital for an early high-risk pregnancy and multiple potentially life-threatening diagnoses.

"Now I see that I have meaning as a human being."

-Francine, client at CVT Kenya

Something changes – whatever the counseling does – it changes you."

-Claude, client at CVT Kenya

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"People should know about the violations and the tragedies. I wish that there was justice."

-Hikayat, client at CVT Jordan

A couple cuddling on a couch.

"I really needed to speak to someone."

-Amina, client at CVT Jordan

"I could not bring all of my children when I fled Eritrea."

Haben, client at CVT Ethiopia

Because I am a religious minority, I had no advocates."

-Samer, client at CVT Jordan

A health worker back home, Angelique became a refugee after surviving sexual violence and loss.

Even after fleeing for his life to Kenya, Khalid says, “I cannot give up.”