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Our purpose is to prevent child malnutrition in North Korea through programs that provide essential nutrients to young children.

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Snug as a bug at the Hyesan nursery! 🐛🛏️💤

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Children at Tongchon Rosang-Ri Daycare getting their daily cup of soymilk! Each cup contains all the essential amino acids the body needs, along with being a wonderful source of carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. Yum!

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We are beyond blessed and grateful for our incredible partners at Nampo Foodstuff Factory, who work everyday to produce soymilk for local children. Their dedication is a beacon of hope, ensuring that no child goes without.💛🥛

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To have a strong and healthy start, these little ones need to receive all their essential micronutrients. First Steps micronutrient sprinkles for babies contain 14 different vitamins and minerals!

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As we step into this new year, we remain hopeful for the opportunity to resume humanitarian shipments to North Korea, bringing nutritional aid to those in need.
Wishing you peace and hope in the year ahead—Happy New Year from First Steps.

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Merry Christmas! Sending love and heartfelt blessings to you today, from all of us at First Steps ❤️

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The Tongchon Foodstuff Factory, a dedicated partner of First Steps, typically produces and delivers nutritious soymilk to around 6,000 children daily.

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Starting the day right with a nutrient-packed cup of soymilk, providing energy to power through the day!

하루에 필요한 에너지를 공급하는 콩우유 한잔으로 어린이들의 힘찬 하루가 시작되지요!

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Snack time is the best time! A delicious snack, paired with a warm cup of soymilk, makes the perfect duo for children in North Korea.

간식 시간이 제일 좋은 시간이지요! 맛있는 간식과 함께 마시는 따뜻한 콩우유는 북한 어린이들에게 완벽한 짝궁이 됩니다.

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Delicious soymilk creating smiles at Sinmiri Daycare!

신미리 탁아소의 맛있는 콩우유 급식이 어린이들의 환한 미소를 만들어 주네요!

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With the colder weather approaching in North Korea, it is especially important to prioritize health and nutrition. We are praying that the mothers and babies in North Korea would receive the care and nutrients they need.

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A daily cup of soy milk plays a crucial role in meeting the protein needs of children in North Korea. With lactose intolerance being common in the region, soy milk serves as an excellent alternative to dairy.

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Recipients of First Steps micronutrient sprinkles at the Shinmi policlinic.
신미 병원에서 복합 미량 영양소 스프링클스를 공급 받아 건강해진 아기와 어머니들.

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Children waiting to receive their morning cup of soymilk at the Palso-Ri Daycare.

팔소리 탁아소에서 아침 콩우유 급식을 기다리는 어린이들.

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We continue in prayer for the recovery of the region and the well-being of those affected by the flood.

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“See that you do not look down on one of these little ones…”
Matthew 18:10
“삼가 이 작은 자 중의 하나도 업신여기지 말라…”
마태복음 18:10

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Mothers and doctors from the Hyesan and Jangbaek Policlinics receiving a presentation on micronutrient Sprinkles.
복합미량영양소 스프링클에 대해 설명을 듣고 있는 혜산 그리고 장백병원의 산모들과 의사들.

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Fun fact: soy is the only complete plant-based protein containing all the essential amino acids. Go soymilk! 🥛

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June and July typically mark the end of rice planting and the beginning of barley and wheat harvesting in North Korea. We pray that the farmers will have the strength to navigate this busy season and achieve abundant yields. 🌱

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We love soymilk! 🩵🩷
Children typically receive a daily cup at 10am in North Korea.