Imani Rescue Center International: Part Three | Rock Your Kindness Podcast

In this episode, Tracey and Veronicha Richards chat about how Veronicha and her husband are turning their dreams into a passion project with the creation of Imani Rescue Center International. Veronicha shares intimate details around what domestic abuse looks and sounds like in Kenya, and why she is driven to help women and children in Kenya. The Imani Rescue Center International project is a growing non profit with many ways to support Veronicha’s cause. Disclaimer: This story contains details of domestic abuse that may be triggering to some. “Growing up in it… being that kid that went to school with no shoes, at times we went hungry, but I get to go back and show those kids in the village. ‘Your circumstances don't define you.’ There is hope.” Show Notes:  [0:00] Introduction to part three episode with guest Veronicha Richards  [0:31] Welcome back to the Rock Your Kindness Podcast, hosted by Tracey Ferrin [0:50] Check out Veronicha’s full Love What Matters story HERE! [2:55] “Veronica, one day you will go to a far away country and you will come back and help people here.” -Veronicha’s Aunt [5:04] Veronicha explains reasons that the domestic abuse rates are high in Kenya [5:34] Question: Would you say that women aren’t valued as much as men in Kenya? [8:00] The dream turned into a passion project… [10:49] First step… buying the land [16:18] “Growing up in it… being that kid that went to school with no shoes, at times we went hungry, but I get to go back and show those kids in the village. ‘Your circumstances don't define you.’ There is hope.” [22:53] Tracey shares part of Veronicha’s experience hearing abuse during the night at age ten in Kenya [24:10] The best way to support the Imani Rescue Center International is to donate. Click HERE for more information! [26:10] To check out the vision behind Imani Rescue Center International click HERE and to learn more about Veronicha and her mission check her out on her Facebook @ImaniRescueCenter, and Tiktok @theimanifamily  [34:32] Question: What ways can people donate? Monthly or one time donation? [34:51] Text KENYA to 53555 for information on donating [36:31] Veronicha ends the episode with a reading titled ‘Imagine’ [40:51] Thanks for listening to this episode of Rock Your Kindness. If you know someone this story might resonate with, send them a link to this episode. Also tag me Tracey Ferrin on Instagram at @Traceyferrin and let me know what part of this story resonated with you the most. The best way to help support this show is to rate, review and subscribe. :) Until next time.. Rock Your Kindness --- Social Links: Website: https://www.lovewhatmatters.com/  Instagram: @lovewhatmatters  Facebook: @lovewhatmatters YouTube: @lovewhatmatters  Rock Your Kindness highlights extraordinary stories of everyday people experiencing life changing kindness. Whether it's a random act, saves a life or helps you be kinder to yourself, these stories will increase empathy, compassion, and hope. You never know how your kindness can change the trajectory of your life or the life of another. Rock Your Kindness is hosted by Tracey Ferrin. Tracey is a mother, wife, best-selling author and TikTok superstar. She is often called a "breath of fresh air" by those who know and meet her. She is a mom of 4 and has been married to the love of her life for 18 years. Together, they call Texas home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices