Gebirah
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countries:Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Vietnam, Singapore, Others
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cause:Education, Healthcare, Food and Nutrition, Protection (From Violence, Abuse, Further Harm), Water, Sanitary and Hygiene (WaSH), Shelter and Non-Food Items
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ABOUT Gebirah
“A man or a society that does not react to suffering and injustice and makes no effort to alleviate them is still distant from the love of Christ’s heart”, St. Josemaria Escriva.
MAKING IT EASY TO DO GOOD
Welcome to Gebirah.
We are a Marian organisation, established under the inspiration of the spirit of Opus Dei, where the essence of every life holds immeasurable value.
Driven by this fundamental principle, Gebirah strives to put the Christian virtue of mutual responsibility into action by empowering communities to care for each other, especially those caught in armed conflicts, natural and man-made disasters, and the marginalized and vulnerable facing diverse hardships.
We call this approach 'Do The Doable', a guiding value that drives how we work.
What does it mean?
It's all about seeking opportunities to assist those in need in our everyday lives, doing what we can, big or small, amidst our current circumstances.
As Mother Teresa said, "Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love."
A single act of kindness can create a ripple effect, sparking a chain reaction of compassion.
Never underestimate our small actions. They can lead to significant positive change.
To those who wish to demonstrate love and compassion for the vulnerable and marginalised, Gebirah stands ready to support your noble efforts.
Based in Singapore, our reach spans Asia, Africa, South America and Europe, providing vital support where it is needed most.
Our Free Innovative Humanitarian Tech Solutions
To expand our outreach, Gebirah leverages technology to ensure swifter and more cost-effective direct relief to those in need.
If you feel that any of these apps can help you serve your community better, feel free to contact us.
Here are some of Gebirah's impactful solutions designed to make a difference in communities.
HELP Humanitarian App:
Purpose: Streamlining assistance in crisis situations.
Key Features: Efficient, community-driven support for those in need.
Focus: Global outreach, aiding individuals in conflict zones, displaced populations, and refugees.
Guiding Hand App:
Purpose: Offering support for unplanned pregnancies.
Key Features: Empowering individuals facing unexpected challenges.
Focus: Providing guidance and resources during crucial moments.
Missing App:
Purpose: Locating missing persons.
Key Features: Rapid, effective tools for reuniting people with what matters most.
Focus: Enhancing community efforts in search and recovery missions.
Ring of Reciprocity App:
Purpose: Fostering a community-driven approach to supporting one another in a culture of mutual responsibility through reciprocal acts of assistance.
Key Features: Ease in requesting caregiving assistance and volunteerism.
Focus: Alleviating the stress and burden of balancing caregiving with work and family duties.
Enable ID App:
Purpose: Providing civil registration and identity documents vital for refugees to access rights and essential services.
Key Features: Empowers refugees to create and manage their digital identities, capturing vital Information such as educational qualifications, health records, birth and marriage certificates, and educational qualifications.
Focus: Enabling access to medical services, employment, and social protection, reducing vulnerability to poverty, exploitation, and abuse.
Raphael Teleconsult:
Purpose: Medical consultation in which the patient is physically distant from the healthcare professional.
Key Features: Remote access to healthcare providers, remote monitoring of patient health, and secure and private communication between patients and providers.
Focus: With the advent of technology and the Internet, telemedicine has become a convenient and accessible way for patients to receive medical care from locations where healthcare is not readily available.
Purpose
Gebirah's purpose is to transform the lives of all people in need throughout the world regardless of their economic or social status, nationality or religion, through social outreach in ordinary life, work and God.
Vision
Our vision is a global community empowered by the Christian virtue of mutual responsibility to look after one another especially those caught in the midst of armed conflicts, natural and man-made disasters or just need a helping hand.
Mission
Our mission is to instill hope within people in need by experiencing the love of others demonstrated through compassionate action, the provision of material means and the interior encouragement to improve their situation through spiritual and professional growth and guidance.
Missions and Work Camps: Answering the Great Commission
In an era marked by increasing globalization, our world is more interconnected than ever.
The widespread availability of the internet improved transportation and technological advancements have opened up access to regions that were once distant.
Yet this connectivity hasn't always been beneficial for all communities.
At Gebirah Missions, we see this as a golden opportunity to make a positive impact on a global scale, whether in unexplored territories or in the familiarity of our own region.
Our focus is on understanding the genuine needs of the community when establishing new mission sites.
We are committed to addressing the physical and spiritual needs of the vulnerable and marginalized, all while fostering transformative encounters that enrich the lives of our missionaries.
Our dual mission revolves around meeting people where they are, providing for their needs with dignity, and offering life-changing experiences that cater to the spiritual and physical well-being of our missionaries.
We create sustainable, long-lasting programs and projects, ensuring that our efforts go beyond an occasional, short-term endeavor. We consistently return to the same locations year after year, working on a comprehensive humanitarian plan to uplift the community.
All of this is achieved through the lens of the Catholic Faith, with a sincere commitment to truth.
Our approach involves partnering with established Catholic ministries worldwide. All our initiatives are developed in collaboration with local clergy or lay missionaries who possess a deep, long-term understanding of the community's realities and needs.
We invite you to embrace the joy of stepping out of your comfort zone for the sake of meaningful experiences, genuine connections, and contributing to something greater than yourself.
Through Gebirah Missions you can authentically share the richness of our Faith across the globe.
Discover your mission with us and witness the incredible possibilities that unfold when you say yes to the Lord's call!
Mother of Hope: Unplanned Pregnancy Support Services
Mother of Hope is an apostolate focused on providing comprehensive support for women and families facing pregnancy-related crises.
Our mission is to save lives from the devastating scourge of abortion by offering an array of essential services to those in need.
Recognizing the profound challenges that women face when confronted with an unplanned pregnancy, we are dedicated to providing emotional, physical, relational, material, practical, and spiritual support.
Our aim is to help women not only give birth to their children but also pursue their life goals, allowing them to thrive rather than endure the pain of seeing their children’s lives abruptly ended by abortion.
Our Commitment to Life
At Mother of Hope, we have a two-fold purpose:
- Establishing a Clear Pro-Life Voice: We are committed to reawakening public debate and awareness about the social ills of abortion in society today
- Serving the Pregnancy Crisis Needs of Every Individual: We are here to support every woman, child, and man in their unique challenges and situations.
To achieve these goals, we partner with other life-affirming pregnancy support centers (PSCs) worldwide. Together, we form a cohesive, united alliance against abortion, coordinating and harnessing the best resources and information available to serve those in need.
Our services include invaluable pregnancy resources like free medical care, educational and support services, and material goods, such as baby items and other essentials for women experiencing unplanned pregnancies.
Our Catholic Heritage and Inclusive Mission
Motivated by our Catholic heritage, we began this apostolate to uphold our baptismal mission.
We believe in freely offering our services to every creed, race, and religious affiliation, practicing our Christian values while respecting other communities and beliefs.
Unfortunately, opponents of pregnancy support are tragically real.
Many established humanitarian organizations, including the WHO, IRC, APHRC, RAI, and others, pressure abortions on refugees and IDPs under the guise of essential health services and human rights.
But the true resistance to life and to the well-being of women is fear—fear of loss of education, economic harm, or, perhaps most importantly, fear of strained relationships.
Despite the challenges we face, we will continue to love, empower women with unplanned pregnancies, and stand for life.
As hard as the “pro-choice” community is working to make abortion the only choice for women facing crisis pregnancies, Mother of Hope is equally determined to offer a better alternative.
How You Can Help
We cannot do this alone.
We need the support of compassionate individuals like you who are willing to stand up for life and the dignity of every human being.
Your contribution—whether as a supporter, volunteer, donor, or champion—can make a tremendous difference in the lives of women and families in crisis.
By joining our cause, you can help ensure that no woman ever feels alone or pressured into a decision that goes against her values and beliefs.
Our Initiatives
Guiding Hand App
We invite you to explore our innovative unplanned pregnancy support app, Guiding Hand, which provides comprehensive support to women, families, and pregnancy support centers.
You can watch our introductory video here ...
Your feedback, comments, and suggestions will help us improve the design and service of the app.
Online Novel Game
Another initiative is our pro-life advocacy online mobile game, designed to simulate the challenges faced by families dealing with pregnancy crises.
Players assume various roles, such as the pregnant teenager, the young man responsible, the parents of both individuals, the schoolteacher, and even the befriender from the Pregnancy Support Centre.
The game's objective is to navigate through the emotional complexities associated with unwanted or unplanned pregnancies, fostering empathy and providing information on available courses of action.
You can view a sample of the game here.
We are seeking individuals skilled in writing stories or scripts and those with a passion for playing video games to help us drive this initiative.
Join Us
Your commitment to our shared cause would undoubtedly contribute significantly to the impact we aim to achieve.
Let’s stand together to support life and empower women to make informed decisions about their futures.
Mother of Hope is here to provide reservoirs of emotional support, security, and companionship.
We are in it for the long haul, and with your support, we can make a lasting difference in the lives of women and families in need.
Join us in the fight to save unborn lives and be a beacon of hope for those facing the most challenging moments of their lives.
Raphael Teleconsult: Enabling Healthcare for Vulnerable Communities
Tony Tan, Founder
gebirah@charis-singapore.org
Whatsapp: +65 92347889
www.gebirah.org
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