Jonathan Macklin is an inspiration. Hear his amazing story of how he has become involved in helping the poor nation of Zambia in meeting so many basic needs. Here is more, from their website:”My name is Jonathan Macklin. I am the founder of Archangel Group International a Non-Profit Corporation (AGI). AGI/USA is a registered 501c3 (Public Charity) with the IRS (EIN-92- 3114692). AGI is based in Decatur, Alabama but operates in the Republic of Africa. I am a longtime resident and a current police officer for the City of Decatur. I have over 17 years of experience in law enforcement with expertise including school resources, investigations, violent crimes, sex crimes, prostitution, narcotics, and street gangs.
In November of 2023, Dr. Douglas Sakuwaha and I founded the non-governmental organization (NGO), Archangel Group International/Zambia. Dr. Sakuwaha is a highly educated Zambian nationalist who speaks seven languages and is respected by the Zambian people. His skillset has helped us navigate through barriers including a multitude of languages and many cultural barriers that exist in the country. The NGO allows members from the United States to work in the country under a work permit. The Assistant Commissioner of Police, Bishop Kondwelani Sakala, recently joined AGI’s Board of Directors. He is highly respected by the President of Zambia. He assisted us with forming a liaison with Zambia Police and the Permanent Secretary of Home Affairs and Internal Security.
As for AGI, its primary objective is to combat human trafficking issues that exist in Zambia. Human trafficking is a serious issue plaguing the country. The root causes of this inhumane act of violence are multifaceted and include poverty, lack of education, gender inequality, and corruption. Many Zambians live in extreme poverty and do not have access to food, suitable housing, humanitarian aid, clean water, education, or healthcare. Vulnerable families from rural areas are enticed to send their children to work in cities without verifying working or living conditions. Child labor is a culturally accepted practice in Zambia, and many times child exploitation remains unidentified, unchecked, and rampant. Many families are so poor, the parents feel forced to abandon one or more of their children in order to survive themselves.
For more information on Jonathan and Lindsey and his work visit https://archangelgroupinternational.org
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Episode Timeline:
00:00 Start
02:25 Background | Bobby Bonner
07:20 The Dream | Meeting Douglas
12:30 AGI Missions and Goals
16:07 Comparing with Bobby
19:12 This for That
25:34 NGO’s
34:00 Humanitarian Aid
37:28 Finding Fresh Water
40:50 Police Training
47:00 Zambia History
50:35 Schools, Education
56:10 Anti Trafficking
01:03:20 Teaching Agriculture
01:10:25 Lindsey Macklin
01:17:30 True Fulfillment
01:21:35 Website Plug
01:28:09 Conclusion
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