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As a single mother striving for a brighter future for her children, Allison decided to come to Hong Kong to work as a migrant domestic worker. Unfortunately, her journey was marred by mistreatment and abuse from her former employer. However, amidst the hardships, Allison discovered a glimmer of hope within the supportive community of STOP and Branches of Hope.

While pursuing legal justice, Allison navigated various government departments and endured a lengthy wait of over a year for her court hearing. Throughout this challenging period, the medical assistance and referral to physiotherapy provided by STOP proved invaluable to her.

Additionally, STOP’s financial and livelihood assistance enabled Allison to secure safe accommodation. Actively engaging in the diverse range of activities offered by STOP and Branches of Hope, including English classes and wellness workshops enriched her waiting time and provided solace within the community.

Beyond being a recipient of service, Allison actively contributes to the community through her involvement in STOP’s outreach efforts and accompanying and offering translation assistance to clients in need. Allison also dedicates her time to assisting with Sunday service at the Vine Church. Prior to joining STOP, Allison described herself as a reserved individual who faced her case alone. However, her involvement with STOP and Branches of Hope empowered her to discover her own capabilities and find a meaningful way to contribute to the community—which became an integral part of her healing process.

“I have been blessed to be a part of this organisation that I could spend such a good time with you people. It has brought a lot of good changes in my life… I’m really grateful for physiotherapy service, which has improved my health a lot… It wasn’t an easy journey but you have been there for me through thick and thin.”

作為一名單身母親，Allison為了給孩子一個更美好的未來，決定離鄉別井來到香港擔任外籍家務工。不幸的是，她被前僱主虐待及辱駡，令其心理蒙上巨大陰影。然而，在困難中，Allison在 STOP團隊和希望枝子的支持下，找到了一線希望。

在尋求法律公正的過程中，Allison周旋於各政府部門之間，忍受長達一年多的漫長審訊。在這段充滿挑戰的日子裡，STOP項目所提供的醫療協助和物理治療轉介，對她而言非常寶貴。此外，STOP項目所提供的經濟和生活援助，使Allison能獲得安全的住所。在這一年間，她積極參與 STOP項目和希望枝子提供的各種活動，包括英語課程和身心健康工作坊，充實了她的等待時間，並讓她在社區中得到慰藉及鼓勵。

除了接受服務外，Allison還透過參與 STOP項目的外展服務，陪伴並提供翻譯援助給有需要的人，積極為社區做出貢獻。Allison亦抽出時間，致力協助葡萄藤教會的主日崇拜。在加入 STOP義工團隊前，Allison形容自己是一個內向的人，經常獨自面對她的案件。 然而，在參與 STOP項目和希望枝子的活動中，發現了自己的能力，並找到了一種有意義的方式來為社區做出貢獻，這成為了她康復過程中不可或缺的一部分。

Allison表示：「我很幸運成為這個機構的一員，和大家一起度過美好的時光。這為我的生活帶來很多變化，尤其感謝STOP團隊轉介的物理治療服務，這大大改善我的健康狀況。這一路走來並不容易，但你們一直在我身邊，陪伴我度過重重難關，衷心感謝大家的支持及鼓勵。」