In one narrative, we introduced Omar Johnson and the challenges he faced when extreme poverty forced him out of school and into a life of crime and violence in Jamaica. While on the street, he met a caseworker attached to USAID’s Local Partner Development project. With a modern and engaging style of storytelling, we highlight how this meeting with a caseworker would change his life—and enable him to do the same for others. The illustrations evoke a sense of optimism and achievement, moving from black and white to color, while bold typography guides the viewer through the project’s information and impact.
We also created an illustration series for an article showcasing the collaboration between USAID and international aid organizations in training health and humanitarian workers to provide emergency nutrition services to pregnant and lactating women and their infants amid Afghanistan’s devastating food crisis. With nearly 19 million people, including almost 10 million children, facing acute food insecurity, the need for support is urgent. One poignant example is Raha, a young mother whose husband’s job loss left their family so desperate that they considered giving up their baby boy to survive. Thanks to the support of local humanitarian organizations, they received critical assistance, and both parents found employment, allowing them to rebuild their lives.
Lastly, we developed and designed an illustration series for an article highlighting the USAID Passerelles project, which collaborates with traditional Muslim communities in Senegal to integrate French and mathematics into Quranic schools. This initiative aims to improve access to high-quality, relevant education for children and youth, particularly girls, in regions like Kolda, thereby promoting stable futures and independence.
These articles illustrate—literally—the real-world impact our USAID-funded clients have had on some of the world’s most challenging issues. See how this strategy has made a difference below.
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