Spokane Blog
Christmas in Ukraine: Faith, Family and Traditions
In Ukraine, Christmas is often family-centered time, filled with rich traditions and customs. Many Ukrainians start celebrating Christmas on December 24th. They usually have Christmas Eve dinner, which includes twelve dishes symbolizing the twelve apostles.
Read MoreInterning is more than coffee and printing
In this role I got to work on many different aspects of communications work such as campaigning, social media, interviewing, writing, content gathering and relationship building.
Read More7 Refugees Share What They Are Thankful For
Every Thanksgiving presents us with the opportunity to pause and reflect on the blessings we enjoy and the opportunity to invite our refugee neighbors to do the same!
Read MoreLooking for ways to celebrate Christmas with your refugee neighbors? We got you covered.
At World Relief, our volunteers hospitably form friendships with our refugee neighbors while connecting them with their new home… and this season always has ample ways to grow friendships!
Read MoreA Passion for Crocheting Made Spokane Home for This Ukrainian Family
Sabina channeled her energy into crocheting with her grandmother the rest of their time in Ukraine. Sadly, bringing the yarn was not an option when they finally got on a plane for the journey to Spokane.
Read MoreA Taste of Syria: Refugee Chef Finds Success in Spokane
Through World Relief, Abdulkareem was introduced to community members who saw potential in his dream of opening his own restaurant. They connected him to catering opportunities, birthday parties, opening ceremonies and other special occasions.
Read MoreFormer refugee demonstrates compassion in the ER
When he first began to work at Sacred Heart Hospital, Jackson wanted to throw up. Blood was everywhere. As a CNA and phlebotomist, he would guide psychiatric patients down hallways, witness brain surgeries, monitor heart rates and meet ambulances.
Read MoreHow Does U.S. Immigration Policy Affect Persecuted Christians?
An updated report with Open Doors USA explores how changes in U.S. immigration policy have impacted persecuted Christians worldwide.
Read MoreAll About English Conversation Club
English language proficiency can be key to a refugee’s success in America. It affects everything from building relationships to job opportunities. That’s why English Conversation Club was formed.
Read MoreWhat are Your Cultural Values?
Cultural values simply describe how individuals prefer to navigate life, complete tasks and interact with others. These values vary greatly between age groups, religions and countries of origin.
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