Stories

Meet some of the incredible adults and children your support has made a lasting difference to.

Millions of lives transformed. Amazing stories to share.

Discover the people, communities, and staff whose lives are touched by cbm New Zealand’s work. Search by impact area or location to explore a range of stories, from case studies to personal journeys that highlight courage, resilience, and lasting impact.

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Location
Saving Sight
Restoring sight for Patrick

Restoring sight and renewing opportunity in Papua New Guinea.

Papua New Guinea

Emergency & Resilience
Supporting children in Tuvalu

cbm supporting children to see well, hear well and learn well in Tuvalu.

Tuvalu

Surgery & Rehabilitation
Restoring dignity and independence for Comfort

After receiving life-changing treatment through cbm's local partners, Comfort is rebuilding her life with renewed confidence and hope for the future.

Nigeria

Emergency & Resilience
Building independence and leadership in Laos

Kanda lives in Laos, where people with disabilities often face barriers to education, employment and participation in community life.

Laos

Disability Inclusion
Thongphet is building a brighter future for his family

Living with a physical disability, Thongphet faced ongoing challenges supporting his family.

Laos

Surgery & Rehabilitation
Jamila speaks with joy about her recovery

After years of living with obstetric fistula, Jamila received life-changing surgery.

Nigeria

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