Vlogs from Lesotho
Since 2024, we’ve been sharing Vlogs from Lesotho—a fresh take on Founder Dr. Peg Herbert’s beloved Letters from Lesotho (2004–2023).
Follow along with Executive Director Kate as she reconnects with staff and shares the latest from our two busy centres.
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Vlog from Lesotho – 6
Kate just returned to Canada after an impactful and busy month in Lesotho! During her time she was able to celebrate staff milestones and witness firsthand the transformative impact our programs continue to have on individuals of all ages. From individual support...
Vlog from Lesotho – 5
Enjoy a visit to 'the mountain kingdom' in Thaba Tseka in Kate's 5th Vlog from Lesotho. The hairpin turns and steep inclines make for an exhilarating experience, followed by a fun visit to some Smart Kids volunteers and the children they are supporting.Watch Kate's...
Vlog from Lesotho – 4
In Kate's 4th Vlog from Lesotho you'll see a fun convergence of Help Lesotho programs. Our edu-tainment group, GIRL4ce, performed for participants of our Grandmother and Young Mother Programs. It was a hot day in the sun (hence the many umbrellas you'll see!), but the...
Letters from Lesotho
Since her first trip to Lesotho in 2004, Peg Herbert has written letters to her family, friends and supporters about her experiences and the progress of the organization. Peg’s Letters tell the full history of Help Lesotho in the authentic and passionate words of its Founder.
Recent News and Updates
So… nobody’s heard of Lesotho? Let’s fix that!
Recently, it’s come to our attention that some people think nobody has heard of Lesotho. Well, we’re here to change that. Lesotho is so much more than just a name on a map. It’s a nation full of history, culture resilience, and breathtaking beauty. Let’s take a moment...
Why we work with boys and men in Lesotho
Fostering gender equality means engaging everyone in the fight for change—including boys and men. We work to empower them with knowledge to uphold the rights of women and girls by challenging cultural norms about gender roles and actively addressing the pervasive...
The 2024 Pearl Program Graduates
Each year, 100 young girls from ages 12-15 are invited to participate in our Pearl Program. During monthly training days, over the course of a year, these young girls are given the opportunity to learn life skills to help them succeed in high school. Topics include...
Stories
Transformed Young Men
Many development organizations focus their efforts on empowering girls and women. While Help Lesotho ultimately seeks to support gender equity and improved well-being for girls and women, we recognize the importance of including boys and men in programming in order to...
Manthailane’s Story
23-year-old Manthailane is proof of the long-term impact of investing in education. One of four children raised by a single mother, Manthailane is the only sibling to have graduated from high school. She was sponsored by Help Lesotho for both her school fees and...
The 2024 Young Mother Program
Our Young Mother Support Program empowers adolescent girls and young women facing the challenges of early motherhood. By fostering profound physical and emotional changes, the program boosts self-esteem and resilience among participants. Young mothers learn to...
Help Lesotho x The Hub
Help Lesotho recently partnered with The Hub in Morija to lead a workshop on psychosocial support, a core element of both our organizations’ work. What is Psychosocial Support? Psychosocial support provides emotional, psychological and social assistance to help...