3.14 billion people in the world are unreached and have never heard the name of Jesus
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97% of the unreached people are located in the 10/40 window: 10 degrees latitude of the equator to 40 degrees north
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67% of all people from AD 30 to today have never heard the name of Jesus
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80% of missionaries burn out and don't finish their ministry
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46% of missionaries have been diagnosed with a psychological concern
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87% of those with a psychological concern are diagnosed with depression
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Missionaries are exposed to some of the most traumatic circumstances and difficult transitions
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Missionaries are faced with culture shock, fear, discomfort, loneliness, isolation, threats, high demands, unmet expectations, conflict, lack of finances, spiritual attacks, interpersonal stressors, and many more.
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They have limited access to medical and mental health services or adequate treatment.
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Many missionaries fear that if they talk about their hardships, stressors, depression, loneliness, etc, they will lose support and receive judgement from their donors, church, organization, friends, and family. They fear they will be pulled off the field or have their faith questioned.
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Strength International has worked with missionaries

-Ages 12-60

-Male and Female

-In Mexico, South Africa, Zambia, Cypress, Haiti, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Zanzibar, Jacksonville, Chicago, Arizona, and Orlando

-Dealing with depression, confusion on calling, interpersonal conflict, marital issues, parenting struggles, loneliness, fear, grief, trauma, spiritual dryness, isolation, and many more.