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Responding “Here and There” to Global Humanitarian Crises
We are a world connected. Learn how a distinct “here and there” approach can address global humanitarian crises.
Read More12 Independence Day Celebrations Around the World
Have you ever wondered if or how other countries celebrate Independence Day around the world? Read more about 12 independence day celebrations around the world.
Read MoreWorld Relief Applauds New Pro-Marriage Immigration Policy Change, Urges Congressional Action
Today, President Biden announced a new administrative policy designed to benefit married couples in situations where an undocumented immigrant is married to a U.S. citizen and has been present in the United States for at least a decade.
The executive action restricts entrance into the U.S. between ports of entry to asylum-seekers, once a 7-consecutive-calendar-day average of 2,500 encounters or more has been reached. This effectively means that asylum-seekers would be currently unable to enter because daily crossings are currently higher than the listed figure in the executive order.
World Relief Statement on President Biden’s Executive Order
Yesterday, President Joe Biden signed an executive order that has drastic implications for people seeking asylum at the United States-Mexico border.
The executive action restricts entrance into the U.S. between ports of entry to asylum-seekers, once a 7-consecutive-calendar-day average of 2,500 encounters or more has been reached. This effectively means that asylum-seekers would be currently unable to enter because daily crossings are currently higher than the listed figure in the executive order.
Read MoreRestoration and the Local Church
Refugees are in urgent need of help. Learn three ways you can make a difference today.
Read MoreRestoration and the Local Church
Refugees are in urgent need of help. Learn three ways you can make a difference today.
Read More5 Humanitarian Crises We Can’t Ignore
Over 120 million people have been forced to flee their homes — almost half of them children. Read more about the current humanitarian crisis.
Read MoreThe Drivers of Mass Displacement: Ukraine and Beyond
Nyakaar abandoned her home in South Sudan when armed conflict threatened her village. She found safety in the Bentiu Protection of Civilians camp, a U.N.-run camp for internally displaced South Sudanese people where World Relief operates health and nutrition programs. Shortly after arriving, Nyakaar gave birth to her son, Bone. By mid 2024, the U.N.…
Read MoreA Stroke of Lasting Change
At World Relief Southern California, something beautiful is happening. After years of wandering and displacement, children are finding security and community — prompted by the power of art.
Read MoreWelcoming Through Literacy
Through an innovative literacy curriculum, we’re helping refugees and other immigrants who are first-time readers learn and thrive as they rebuild their lives.
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