News & Stories
In late December, Maryolga arrived in Chicagoland through the refugee program, seeking safety and a fresh start. She traveled with her 15-year-old daughter and elderly mother, reuniting with her 19-year-old son, who was already in the U.S. Their journey reflects a broader exodus; since 2014, over 7.7 million Venezuelans have fled their homeland due to…
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How Climate Change is Impacting Health and Nutrition in Rwanda
Poor communities are often on the frontlines of battling climate change. Many depend on climate-related industries like farming for food…
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Genesis’s Volunteer Story
Our volunteers make our work possible. Read how Genesis participates in loving his immigrant and refugee neighbors. By Kelsey Whaley
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This Year’s Volunteer Spotlights
In celebration of Volunteer Appreciation Week, we asked some of our volunteers to share why they believe volunteering with World…
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What is Resettlement
The Joys and the Challenges. “The most rewarding part of being a case manager at World Relief is watching the…
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Building a Cross-Cultural Relationship as a Volunteer
Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or just starting out, Whitney Renfroe agrees that uncertainty can often accompany a cross-cultural relationship.…
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Interview with Office Director: Tami McLaughlin
How did you start working at World Relief? I was the director of missions at a local church outside of…
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