Cinthia Lac-Hair

A mother of six children and a former resident of Safe Haven Halfway Home, Cinthia Lac Hair is a true embodiment of resilience, transformation and empowerment. Her journey is one of the success stories that reflects the values we believe in and the change we strive to create every day at Safe Haven.

When Cinthia first came to Safe Haven, she was a woman facing significant challenges. Through the support and opportunities provided by the organisation, she gradually rebuilt her confidence and took her destiny into her own hands. Determined to create a better and more sustainable future for herself and her children, she actively participated in various skills-development and empowerment programmes, including dressmaking and agricultural training in crop production, alongside personal empowerment sessions.

Today, Cinthia has transformed her own life and is also contributing to the lives of other women and children at Safe Haven. She is responsible for the Safe Haven nursery, where she lovingly cares for the children while their mothers are at work. She also supports the children after school, engaging them in meaningful activities such as gardening, recycling, creative activities and accompanying them to self-defence lessons.

Cinthia is doing exceptionally well in her role. Having once been a resident herself, she understands the experiences, challenges and emotions of women living at the shelter in a deeply personal way. Over the years, she has demonstrated remarkable management, leadership and interpersonal skills, taking initiative to ensure the wellbeing, safety and harmony of other residents.

Her caring nature, willingness to listen and openness to learning have made her a trusted and valued member of the Safe Haven team. She is always ready to support others, learn new skills and take on new responsibilities.

Cinthia’s journey - from a woman seeking refuge and support to an independent woman, a mother, a caregiver, a leader and a source of encouragement to others - s a powerful testament to what empowerment can achieve.

Her story reminds us that Safe Haven is not simply a place of refuge. It is a place where women can rebuild their lives, discover their strengths, develop their potential and, ultimately, become agents of change in their own communities. Cinthia continues to grow within the organisation, and we are proud to see her evolving from a survivor into a woman who now helps others find their own path towards independence, dignity and hope.