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Maryolga’s Journey: Seeking Stability in a New Land

February 25, 2025 | Comments Off on Maryolga’s Journey: Seeking Stability in a New Land

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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Education Helps Provide Hope – Callie’s Story

February 20, 2023

Read the story of a young woman from Afghanistan and see how she believes that education helps provide hope to young women.

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5 Things You Should Know About the Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria

February 20, 2023

Early in the morning on February 6, massive earthquakes hit Turkey and Syria. For many of us who live thousands…

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7 Ways to Love Your Neighbor

February 20, 2023

In Rwanda we have a saying — “Ifuni ibagara ubucuti ni akarenge.” This literally means, “a hoe that cultivates friendship…

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5 Things You Should Know About the Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria

February 18, 2023

Early in the morning on February 6, massive earthquakes hit Turkey and Syria. For many of us who live thousands…

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One Year Later: Erika’s Story

February 18, 2023

When Russia invaded Ukraine in February last year, Erika Symonenko was working as a salesperson for a garage door company.…

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5 Things You Should Know About the Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria

February 17, 2023

Early in the morning on February 6, massive earthquakes hit Turkey and Syria. For many of us who live thousands…

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