Women of the Way
Urgent Needs in Uganda: A Rescue is Just the Beginning
We Are Tamar
A survivor-led movement rooted in Christ and committed to endurance,
restoration, and hope for those impacted by human trafficking. Our mission is to
walk alongside survivors with dignity, creating lasting pathways for healing and
reintegration.
As part of our very first quarterly project, we are honored to partner with Women
of the Way Uganda, a ministry faithfully serving women through discipleship,
community, and long-term restoration. Their work mirrors the heart of Tamar—
empowering women to endure and flourish through faith.
And because every gift matters, 100% of all proceeds from this project will go
directly to these girls, ensuring that your support creates immediate and lasting
impact.
Click below to learn more about Tamar and how this initiative reflects our vision of
faith-driven change. We are the hands that rebuild the woman left behind.
The Story
On August 18th, twenty girls were rescued from exploitation in Uganda. Half were
just twelve years old, the others no older than seventeen. None could read or
write. None knew their birthday.
When they first arrived at the safe home, they were unsure and afraid. But within
days, joy began to break through. Clothes. Shoes. Their very own bed. What lit up
their faces most were the stuffed animals. Even the oldest clung to them, carrying
them everywhere, as if reclaiming the childhood they had lost.
That night, the house echoed with singing, laughter, and hope. It was a blessed
beginning — but their journey of healing has only just begun.
THE CHALLENGE
Even after the joy of rescue, danger is not far away. The girls are still housed
frighteningly close to where they were taken, and every day carries the risk that
traffickers could find them again.
Without a vehicle of our own, staff are forced to use crowded public taxis, putting
both themselves and the girls in harm’s way. Medical needs are constant — from
treating malaria to urgent surgery for injured children. And the safe house requires
greater security to protect both caregivers and girls from those who would harm
them.
IMMEDIATE NEEDS
To continue this vital work, we urgently need support for:
Educational Materials to begin literacy classes
Vocational Supplies — sewing machines, seeds, cosmetology tools (hair, beauty,
hygiene training)
Funding for Staff — teachers, vocational trainers, mentors, and caregivers
Every girl deserves more than survival
— she deserves safety, dignity, and the
chance to flourish. Rescue was the
first step. With your prayers and
support, we can walk with them
through the long road of restoration.
100% of all donations will go to the
Women of the Way.
Give hope today. Because their story
is just beginning. Tamar is dedicated
to being the hands that rebuild the
woman left behind.
The Way Home Uganda Update 10.6.2025
And David inquired of the LORD, “Shall I go up against the Philistines? Will you give them into my hand?” And the LORD said to David, “Go up, for I will certainly give the Philistines into your hand.” …And David defeated them there. And he said, “The LORD has broken through my enemies before me like a breaking flood.” 2 Samuel 5:19,20
In many of our prayers for these girls before this day, we felt like David inquiring of the Lord, and Him assuring us that he would “give these girls into our hands.” That the time was right, and that He would break through the darkness that was holding them like a flood. He is surely doing it!
The testimonies from our Matrons (or Aunties) who are staying with the girls have really
been incredible. Many of the girls have given their lives to Christ, and they are growing
spiritually, even though it has only been a few short weeks.
Every day, the staff lead the girls in two devotions—times of worship, prayer, and a short teaching. During an evening devotion, one girl cried out, “O God, where have you been? Where were you when we were suffering all that time?” Later, as they continued praying, she felt a voice speaking to her, “I am here. I will never leave you alone. Continue seeking me. Continue praising me.” Suzan (the lead Matron) said this girl was then encouraging the other girls to continue praising God.
During a special time of prayer, a different girl said she saw a vision that Jesus was there wiping the tears away from each girl in the room, and that the angels were coming down and light was filling the whole room.
Another said she saw white doves come down and rest on the two Aunties who were with them, and that doves came and filled each of the bedrooms where the girls stay. It is an even stronger testimony of the Spirit at work since the girls don’t yet have the Biblical knowledge to understand these important symbols, but were still testifying of these things.
Yet another girl said, “I think God is telling me I am supposed to tell all this we are learning about Jesus to my family.”
We rejoice in all that the Lord is already doing! Healing is a long process, and we know that there aren’t “quick fixes” to complex trauma, but we also know all healing comes from the Lord, and are so encouraged in how the Lord is moving and maturing these girls. We believe that He will bring every one to a place of wholeness and healing.
As to be expected, there has also been much spiritual attack. One morning Suzan called saying she woke up and felt like she was physically unable to move. She was overcome with fear. She said, “All I could think to do was cry, ‘Jesus! Jesus!’ and after some minutes I felt like I could move again.” Sickness, exhaustion, relationship issues, and attacks against their children have all been reported among the staff. Please keep praying for us.
We have started weekly group counselling sessions with a licensed local psychologist. She will soon begin doing some individual sessions soon as well. We are seeking out additional therapists so all of the girls can access this important resource on their healing journey.
In addition to basic literacy and cosmetology, the Aunties have also been passing on helpful information like how to make liquid soap (often sold locally), and cooking classes. These have been fun and are valuable skill sets for the girls to have. (Notice the many hair styles in process! : ) ). There have also been many discussions on health issues, hygiene, etc.
The District Probation Officer, Dorothy, came to visit the home this month. Her
governmental department is like CPS (Child Protective Services) in the States. All authority rolls up to her regarding whether The Way Home can continue operation from a governmental standpoint. Mercy has done an excellent job of cultivating a relationship with her, and she loves the work we are doing. Please pray this favor continues. If she wants to, she can make life easy, difficult, or even impossible for The Way Home in the future.
We are encouraged, and are committed to serve, love, and pour into these girls. Thank you for praying with us and being a vital part of bringing healing and transformative life change to these girls. We believe it will extend far beyond them into their families and communities as well.
Gratefully,
The Way Home Uganda Team
