River of Hope" since 2010 in DRC

I founded together with Jake and my father the small non-profit association “River of Hope” registered in Switzerland. We kicked-off the project in Congo in 2010 without a cent and 2 suitcases filled with 46kg of football material.

In December 2012, we purchased 4 hectares of land in Selo, outside of Kinshasa, DRC. By spring 2013, we began construction on the "Tala Mosika" center, and by autumn 2015, after just 2 1/2 years, we inaugurated our 7th building and 2 repurposed containers. These include a medical station, a kitchen with a dining hall, classrooms for primary and technical secondary education where over 500 students study, accommodation for teachers, a boarding school, a shop, and a snack bar. We stimulate the economy in a poor and neglected region with a micro-economic approach to sustainably empower the local population. Combating poverty requires a great deal of patience, empathy, trust, and education so that the population understands they can make a difference and, most importantly, provide a future perspective for their children.

Dr. Nathaniel Doron - Israel

River of Hope’s founding was sparked by the work of Dr. Nathaniel Doron, my father is law (Israel), a Holocaust Survivor, a former UN Official and Diplomat, and our Honorary President, who dedicated his life to fighting poverty, famine and AIDS across the globe. In his relentless engagement, he positively touched the lives of thousands of children and adults in the most needing parts of Africa, Asia & Latin America.

He sadly passed away in July 2019 in Israel, but as he continues to inspire us with his smile, compassion and devotion to making this world a little better. 

Nathaniel Doron (my father in law) named his biography "River of Hope". The legacy will live on through our actions and the stories we tell, ensuring he will never be forgotten. R.I.P.

A 20' Documentary Film

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"look beyond"

Donations

 Swiss Franc -Account 

Bank Information

Raiffeisenbank Werdenberg, 9470 Buchs SG, Switzerland

Beneficiary: River of Hope (RoH)

Account Details: 

Bank Nr. 81251   /  Swift: RAIFCH22  /  

IBAN:  CH09 8080 8007 1401 1183 9   

Thank you and we hope you

enjoyed the documentary.

Liz Free, Director, International School Rheintal, Switzerland

 Documentary "Look Beyond" by Claudia Doron

Selected for LA Independent Film Festival for Women in Spring 2023

Buchs/SG, [3 September, 2023] — Claudia Doron, the founder and project manager of "River of Hope" in Buchs/SG, is thrilled to announce that her documentary, “look beyond," has been officially selected to be featured at the LA Independent Women Film Awards, in Los Angeles in Spring 2023.

"Look Beyond" is a powerful documentary that takes viewers on a journey to the heart of the Democratic Republic of Congo. 

Claudia Doron, the driving force behind "River of Hope," leads this inspiring exploration. In her documentary, she shares her compelling story of founding the non-profit association "River of Hope" in 2010, armed with nothing but determination and a vision for change. Without a cent and without a predetermined project, she embarked on an incredible mission to make a difference in the lives of those in need.

Over the course of 13 years, Claudia's vision has transformed into a reality. The center "Tala Mosika", which translates to “look beyond" in Lingala, now stands proudly on 5 hectares of land. This center has become a beacon of hope for the local community, providing education to over 500 primary and high school students, healthcare services, and a thriving soccer school. The success of this project demonstrates the unwavering commitment to the principle of "helping people to help themselves."

"Look Beyond" is a testament to the power of vision, determination, and the positive impact that one person can have on a community and the world. Claudia Doron's documentary is an inspiring and uplifting journey, and its selection for the LA Independent Film Festival for Women is a well-deserved recognition of her remarkable work.

For more information about the documentary "Look Beyond" and "River of Hope," please visit [website link]. You can also join a viewing of the documentary at the International School Rheintal on 7th November, 2023.

Please see the website for more details about how to register. 

Claudia Doron über "River of Hope"

"Wir alle träumen von Frieden, Freiheit, Gleichheit, Gerechtigkeit und dem Ende von Hunger und Unwissenheit. Die Verwirklichung dieser Träume ist zum Teil möglich, aber wir können die Welt nicht über Nacht verändern. Machen Sie stattdessen kleine Schritte, einen Tag nach dem anderen und sind Sie ein Vorbild für die nächsten Generationen. 

Hoffnung schenken. Das macht River of Hope !