Help Rescue 500 Battered Women And Their Children

by Pathways to Safety International
Help Rescue 500 Battered Women And Their Children
Help Rescue 500 Battered Women And Their Children
Help Rescue 500 Battered Women And Their Children
Help Rescue 500 Battered Women And Their Children
Help Rescue 500 Battered Women And Their Children
Help Rescue 500 Battered Women And Their Children
Help Rescue 500 Battered Women And Their Children
Help Rescue 500 Battered Women And Their Children
Help Rescue 500 Battered Women And Their Children
Help Rescue 500 Battered Women And Their Children

Project Report | Jun 22, 2026
You Helped Lina & Arya Come Home!

By Paula Lucas | Founder

When Lina reached out to Pathways from Turkey, she and her young daughter, Arya, had endured months of domestic violence and child abuse from Arya's father. Far from home and isolated from family and support networks, she feared that they would never be able to escape the cycle of violence. Each day brought new uncertainty, and the safety and wellbeing of both mother and child hung in the balance.

Working closely with Lina, we developed a safety plan to help them escape the violence and navigate the many obstacles involved in returning home to safety. 

Leaving was not easy and Lina felt making such a journey would be overwhelming. Yet, with compassionate assistance and practical support, we were able to help get Lina and Arya back to the USA.

Today, they are no longer living in fear. Instead of wondering what the next crisis will bring, Lina can focus on helping Arya heal and grow in a safe and nurturing environment. They are rebuilding their lives with hope, stability, and the knowledge that there are people who cared enough to help when they needed it most.

Stories like this are only possible because of the kindness and generosity of donors like you who believe that every woman and every child deserve to live free from abuse. Your support did more than provide assistance—it gave a mother and her daughter the chance to reclaim their future, heal from unimaginable circumstances, and begin again with hope.

Thank you for making that possible.

Warmly, The Pathways Team

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Pathways to Safety International

Location: Portland, OR - USA
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Project Leader:
Paula Lucas
Founder
Portland , OR United States
$125,554 raised of $150,000 goal
 
1,864 donations
$24,446 to go
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