A Glimpse into HHI’s Life-Changing Work in India and Zambia

On January 7th, we were warmly welcomed by our hosts as we shared stories and films—courtesy of Big Picture Charity Films—highlighting HHI’s impact in India and Zambia.

In India, we met Shibu, a volunteer ‘bystander’ at Trivandrum Medical College Hospital, whose daily efforts ensure 11 patients receive vital care. At Happy Valley Special School, Philip Matthew and his team bring hope to vulnerable children through education and physiotherapy—truly lighting candles in the darkness.

Our work at Thanal House supports 30 homeless women, with new sanitary facilities underway. Meanwhile, Pastor Wilson empowers communities through tailoring, leaf-painting (see film), and Credit Unions that help 3,000+ families save and grow their incomes—critical in a world where 44% live on less than $6.85/day.

Happy Valley students exercising

Thanal House ladies

We also shared Beulah’s story (see film) —a young woman dancing on prosthetic legs thanks to long-term support from HHI.

Turning to Zambia, our work with Health Help Zambia (HHZ) focuses on children and education as keys to breaking the poverty cycle. We provide fruit and nutrition advice at Monze Mission Hospital, and through our Menstrual Hygiene Programme, we keep girls in school by offering free reusable sanitary products and education.

We support three special needs schools—Choongo, Muumba, and Nanga—by providing mobility aids and better facilities. For our 25th anniversary, we raised £25,000 to build a new dormitory at Choongo, giving every child their own bed.

Throughout the presentation, one thing was clear: every penny raised in the UK goes directly to our projects—thanks to the dedication of our volunteers who cover all admin costs.

New Choongo dormitory

Alistair talking to female students

Beulah dancing with prosthetic legs thanks to HHI