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Beyond the Camp: A Refugee Family’s Journey from Burma to the Chicago Suburbs

By chicagoland | June 26, 2025

At their modest townhouse in the Chicago suburbs, Too Too and her husband Poe Wah look through pictures from over 25 years ago. These are not the kind of images that fill what many think of as a typical family album.  One picture stands out. It shows two men sweeping an outdoor concrete patio. A…

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The Volunteer and Refugee Friendship Helping Both Reach their Goals

By Carrie Woodward | October 20, 2021

Who are the friends who have changed your life? Who are the people who have changed your life? Are they friends who share your passions? Family members who have known you for years? Coworkers who helped you do challenging projects?…

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10 Timely Ways to Pray This Fall

By chicagoland | October 14, 2021

Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances.   – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18  As an organization motivated by Christian faith to serve those in vulnerable situations, World Relief Chicagoland believes in the power of prayer to transform lives and communities. This fall,…

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Afghan Resettlement Q&A with Executive Director Susan Sperry

By chicagoland | September 1, 2021

As you likely saw in the news, US troops have withdrawn from Afghanistan, leaving many questions as to what happens next. We want to share with you how World Relief Chicagoland is responding and how you can help. To help…

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World Relief Grieves the Loss of Life at Kabul Airport and Urges Biden Administration to Ensure Continued Safe Evacuation of Vulnerable Afghans, U.S. Citizens and Green Card Holders

By dnorth | August 26, 2021

August 26, 2021 CONTACT:Lauren Carllauren.carl@pinkston.co703-388-6734 BALTIMORE — Today, August 26, a series of terrorist attacks near Kabul’s airport took the lives of over 60 Afghans and 12 U.S. troops. These attacks were carried out at the site of an ongoing…

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