A few times throughout each year, the weight of the ministry that we have been called to serve in, presses upon me in ways that are difficult to articulate.

That which is, simply ought not to be.

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The Mathare Valley is a place where the local water supply (the river) has become the slum’s waste system, trash system, and playground for the young.

The Valley is dependent upon the water; however, it is the slum’s most dangerous asset – threatening both children and homes with its ability to rise with untimely rain.  And while the homes, unemployment, and health concerns are an embodiment of both the local and global poverty issues, it is the “mind-set” that is the gravest concern here.

The reality is that unclean water, incredibly low wages, and poor health are simply “normal” to people living here in the slums.  Unfortunately, this way of life has become acceptable, and acceptable is the greatest hurdle to overcome.

We are  excited to invite you to join us as we explore the questions of, ‘what is poverty’ and ‘what is normal’ through the stories and imagery of the slums of Nairobi, Kenya.

Our second documentary, ‘This Is My Normal’ filmed in the Mathare Valley community is set to premiere:

October 15th 2010 at Bates Memorial Baptist Church in Louisville, KY

Doors open at 6:30pm and there is no cost to attend.

President and Founder Dr. Florence Muindi will be in attendance and the keynote speaker for the evening.

This is an event you don’t want to miss, and a film you will never forget.

Join Us.

If you are interested in receiving materials to help us promote the film to your local community in Louisville, KY or have any questions about the event please contact us at info@liaint.org.

Hope to see you there!

We are embarking on our annual Fall Fundraising Dinner taking place in Louisville, KY on October 14th, 2010.

It is with great anticipation and excitement we enter into this event.  We ask that you pray with us for the Lord’s provision that His faithful hand would be in the last minute details and organizing.  May the Lord continue to guide the plan for the evening and may the event bring both exposure to the work of LIA and the resources needed to empower initiatives in the communities where we serve.

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A passionate heart is contagious.

This statement proves to be true time and time again as we witness, you, our partners and supporters diligently and passionately serving the ministry of LIA within the realms of your social circles.

Recently we have started a new tool to further engage local communities in our ministry, while also raising funds for unique and specific programs in communities LIA serves.

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It is with great excitement we share with you an update from our water and sanitation initiatives in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia!

Come October, we will have completed the first of the three years projected for this initiative.  Working with People for People and USAID, the key objective of the project is to reduce communicable diseases caused by the lack of clean water and sanitation practices.  The goal is to reduce these diseases by 80% and improve the quality of life for 3,200 households in the community.

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