One Act.
Endless Impact.
Captivating International's mission is to break generational chains of poverty and transform lives by empowering women, educating children, and elevating communities.
The Problem
Many girls, young women, and mothers in developing countries still face the unseen, pervasive challenges of poverty, limited access to education, or even the looming threat of online sexual abuse and human trafficking. Their voices go unheard, their dreams eclipsed by the shadows of exploitation, and their potential trapped by systemic barriers.

1.9 million Nepalis are vulnerable to human trafficking.
According to the 2022 NHRC Nepal Report, around 40,300 Nepalis, predominantly women and girls, were victims of trafficking in the last two years. They are prepared to risk everything for a better life.

20 million Filipinos live in extreme poverty.
The Philippines is ranked the #1 country in the world for cyber-sex crime against children. Desperate circumstances cause desperate choices.

Economic constraints and harsh living conditions are preventing progress.
Disadvantaged families living in mountainous regions of Western China struggle to make ends meet. Graduating senior high school is a fragile dream for many.
Be a part of the solution, protect lives, and transform futures!
Born into challenging circumstances, women and children in remote areas face immediate and desperate obstacles. Without external assistance, they remain trapped. Captivating International breaks these barriers and unleashes transformative impact with the three E’s.

Empower Women
Through our microfinance and skills development initiatives, we strive to break the chains of poverty and exploitation that hold back women and girls in vulnerable communities.



Educate Children
From scholarship initiatives to awareness campaigns, we ensure that children in high-risk communities have the knowledge and critical thinking skills needed for a brighter and safer tomorrow.

Elevate Communities
Captivating works to strengthen communities by promoting economic development, advocating for gender equality, and engaging in advocacy efforts to raise awareness about human trafficking. By addressing the underlying socio-economic factors that contribute to trafficking, we create safer and more resilient communities.

Your one act of kindness goes a long way and creates endless impact.
Basic life necessities that we take for granted represent major hurdles for 900 million people in the world. Most of them possess as much individual capability as you and I. Unfortunately, they were born into a life with few options. Let’s work together to help end their poverty.
Andrew Colquhoun, Co-Founder and CEO
Our Impact in Action: Current Initiatives
Through our comprehensive programs and initiatives, we will continue to empower women, educate children, and elevate communities, creating lasting change for those in need.
*Total lives progressed since 2007.
14
PROGRAMS
219
COMMUNITIES
31,247
*TOTAL LIVES
Where We Work
STORIES OF INSPIRATION
21 February 2025
New School In Hanglang
In less than a year, we rebuilt Praja Vikas Primary School in Hanglang, giving local…
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14 February 2025
OMY: A Lovely Thank You Letter Makes Us Even More Grateful
Luo Huamin, a One More Year Scholarship Program graduate, shares how your support helps…
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13 February 2025
Monika’s Refuge in Skills Training
Monika's desperation led to a risky elopement. She was rescued and is now rebuilding her…
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10 February 2025
What Is OSAEC in the Philippines?
Online Sexual Abuse & Exploitation of Children in the Philippines is a growing crisis,…
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7 February 2025
Almost Eloped In Hopes of Food Security
Jirvani saw marriage as a way out of poverty, but our team uncovered her fiance's…
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6 February 2025
HET: Sangde Sews A Sustainable Life
Sangde, a beneficiary of the Husky Energy Tailoring Skills Program, honed her skills…
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5 February 2025
Leadership Program for MSP Girls — Yann Stands Out
Carly and Ryan led leadership activities that empowered Manila Slum Program girls like…
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31 January 2025
Diminishing Societal Discrimination: One Scholar at A Time
Our Captivating Village Development Program helps girls like Ruku return to school,…
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30 January 2025
Setbacks Experienced by The Impoverished: Xiati’s Chickens
Xiati and her husband earn just CNY 14,000 yearly, far from their CNY 160,000 expenses,…
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