Touching Tiny Lives

Staffed and managed locally by Basotho, TTL supports clients in some of the most remote areas of the country. We are committed to saving as many lives as possible, one child at time. With national HIV rates hovering around 24% (the second highest in the world) and TB rates also soaring at fourth highest in the world, Lesotho is at the epicenter of... the global HIV pandemic. The effects of these diseases are far-reaching, often resulting in health complications such as malnutrition and an impaired ability to fight off even common illnesses. These effects are most evident in the youngest generation - those under the age of five. Basotho children are at the heart of the pandemic's medical, economic, and socio-cultural impact. AIDS is the leading cause of death in the country and there are an estimated 36,000 children living with HIV in Lesotho. Another estimated 150,000 children are AIDS-related orphans. Even more face nutritional deficiencies as an indirect result of a family member's illness. TTL responds to the crisis by providing holistic care to vulnerable Basotho children and their families. Touching Tiny Lives employs a unique model consisting of two in-depth and integrated programs: Outreach - which includes a Village Health Worker training program - and the TTL Safehome. Meet the incredible team that manages the safehome here. The Safe HomeRead More