CWS: Church World Service · 18 September 2024 English
It is almost impossible to overstate the significance of humor to human development. While historians believe that the oldest recorded joke dates back to 1900 BC, I am personally convinced …
CWS: Church World Service · 18 September 2024 English
My name is Madison Burke, and I serve as the Migrant Services Coordinator at Church World Service (CWS) Durham. I oversee the Immigrant Solidarity Fund, a grassroots community fund providing …
CWS: Church World Service · 17 September 2024 English
Washington, D.C.—In response to the vilification of Haitian newcomers over false reports of abuse of animals, Church World Service today called for a halt of demonization of new members of …
CWS: Church World Service · 16 September 2024 English
In April 2023, Sarada received her U.S. citizenship at the age of 45. “It was a monumental achievement. It marked the end of a long journey, from being a stateless …
CWS: Church World Service · 11 September 2024 English
Right now, members of Congress are negotiating the federal budget for the upcoming fiscal year (FY 2025), which begins October 1st. Without decisive action from Congress, key programs and services …
CWS: Church World Service · 9 September 2024 English
For as long as he can remember, 12-year-old Mateo’s family has been the grounding force in his life, always guiding him and providing unconditional love. In his home in Mexico, …
CWS: Church World Service · 6 September 2024 English
Mariana Ayala is a mother, grandmother, organizer and leader of the women in her community, Sawhoyamaxa, home to Enxet people in the Gran Chaco region of Paraguay. She has attended …
CWS: Church World Service · 5 September 2024 English
Congregations and people of faith have an important role in advancing pro-immigrant, pro-refugee policies. Join us in taking action to urge your elected officials to pursue legislation and funding rooted …
CWS: Church World Service · 5 September 2024 English
My wedding dress and 300 DVDs.That is all I had when we evacuated our home. It’s what I had left of my belongings after our home and all of our …
CWS: Church World Service · 4 September 2024 English
Being greeted by free-flowing song, contagious dance and exuberant joy upon arriving at the remote Mwanga Village in Tanzania set the tone for what this incredibly hard-working group of farmers …