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Inspired by her own journey, a former immigrant, now a U.S. citizen, seeks to create a sense of belonging for refugees. 

April 29, 2025 | Comments Off on Inspired by her own journey, a former immigrant, now a U.S. citizen, seeks to create a sense of belonging for refugees. 
Ensaf, a former immigrant and volunteer with World Relief Spokane, assists refugees in finding a sense of belonging in Spokane, Washington.

Ensaf was taken aback when she learned about refugee resettlement. Is there a place that helps people settle in and find stability here? A spark ignited within her. “Wow! I need to help people with an organization like World Relief.”

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Ensaf, a former immigrant and volunteer with World Relief Spokane, assists refugees in finding a sense of belonging in Spokane, Washington.

Inspired by her own journey, a former immigrant, now a U.S. citizen, seeks to create a sense of belonging for refugees. 

April 29, 2025

Ensaf was taken aback when she learned about refugee resettlement. Is there a place that helps people settle in and find stability here? A spark ignited within her. “Wow! I need to help people with an organization like World Relief.”

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Five ways to learn more about refugees

Staff at World Relief Spokane share why they are thankful for the impact of volunteers

April 22, 2025

This week, we’re sharing stories from our staff – the real, raw, and beautiful stories – of how lives were changed, and hope was rekindled; how our refugee neighbors found a sense of belonging because of the people who welcomed them – especially volunteers. These stories remind us why we do what we do.

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The Dorways, who stand in front of a picture of Africa, volunteer at World Relief.

Volunteers at World Relief says that serving is “based on the faith that we have.” 

April 10, 2025

Nothing could have prepared Jana and Roger Dorway when they encountered a weary African family draped over the chairs at the Salt Lake City Airport. The father carried a UNHCR bag, a sure sign they were refugees. 

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Immanuel church in spokane hosting a garden party with refugees from the Middle East.

Will the church in Spokane seize this opportunity to support persecuted Christians and share the Gospel?

March 26, 2025

This is the opportunity the church in Spokane has with refugees who have come to our city. God has brought the nations to us. A pitch right down the middle. Roughly half are Christians already, persecuted for their faith.

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In the Media

Matt Soerens shares information regarding Spokane refugee news at the World Relief Spokane Small World Event.

What’s next for Spokane’s refugee agencies amid rising uncertainty?

March 24, 2025

Uncertainty arises for Spokane refugees following the termination of the refugee resettlement program across the U.S.

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Spokane refugees at risk as World Relief navigates changing U.S. policies

March 10, 2025

As of Thursday, March 6, Trump admitted to considering ending the temporary status of all 240,000 Ukrainians, which may potentially open them up to deportation.

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Press Releases

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World Relief Spokane increases resettlement capacity in response to global displacement crisis

August 31, 2023

August 30, 2023 – Spokane, WA – With more than 110 million people forced to flee their homes worldwide due…

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World Relief Promotes Refugee Resettlement Efforts in Spokane and Advocates for Greater Community Engagement

March 10, 2023

Matthew Soerens, Vice President for Advocacy and Policy at World Relief and coauthor of Welcoming the Stranger: Justice, Compassion and…

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World Relief Mobilizes to Provide Immediate Support to Devastated Communities in Wake of Turkey and Syria Earthquake

February 7, 2023

February 7, 2023 CONTACT:Pinkston Teamwr@pinkston.co Baltimore, Md. – In the wake of a devastating earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria, World…

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