Genoveva was born in 2007. Her story is sadly one we have heard so many times before. Since her birth, Genoveva lived with her mother at her grandmother's house (her father unknown). A few years later, her mother married and left Genoveva in the care of her grandmother.

When the marriage fell apart, the mother moved abroad, searching for work, and met her future husband. Years later, the new family moved back to Romania and took Genoveva into their care. However, this situation only lasted a short while. Before long, Genoveva was back living with her grandmother.

Without a parental figure in her life and due to numerous tensions in the household, the young girl soon fell into the trap of dangerous online activities. After two attempts to run away from home, the local Child Protection Authorities intervened and decided that it was unsafe for Genoveva to return to either her grandmother's or her mother's house. Hand of Help was asked to get involved in helping Genoveva.

We welcomed her warmly, thanking God that He gave us the chance to guide her steps, share the Gospel message with her, and help her navigate through a very difficult stage of life. She was grateful to have finally found a welcoming, loving home. Throughout her time with us, she strived to study hard to recuperate for the times she neglected her education; we were there, beside her, helping her through the process and also offering much-needed medical and Biblical counseling.

In 2025, Genoveva decided to take advantage of a Romanian government-initiated program where qualifying young adults ages 18 to 26 could receive a generous initial sum of money, followed by monthly financial support from the state if they left the social system and showed proof that they were continuing their education or were employed. She found a small studio to rent and we helped her furnish it and get it ready for her move-in. We continue to be in contact with her and will be here for her whenever she needs us.

Please join us in praying for Genoveva. Only God can open her eyes to the truth and give her a new heart. May He draw Genoveva unto Himself and be her firm foundation, and may He strengthen her as she begins a new stage of her life, living independently for the first time.