News & Stories
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!
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Former 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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World Relief Spokane hosts event to dispel immigration myths and encourage refugee support
World Relief Spokane (WRS) held an information session Thursday at Sun City Church, outlining its efforts to support refugees and how local individuals and groups can contribute to the cause.
Read MoreVenezuelan immigrant educates newcomers to help them adjust
Since June 2022, Morella Pérez Suels has been education services manager at World Relief Spokane, a resettlement agency that serves immigrants and refugees from many communities, countries and cultures.
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World Relief Spokane increases resettlement capacity in response to global displacement crisis
August 30, 2023 – Spokane, WA – With more than 110 million people forced to flee their homes worldwide due…
Read MoreWorld Relief Promotes Refugee Resettlement Efforts in Spokane and Advocates for Greater Community Engagement
Matthew Soerens, Vice President for Advocacy and Policy at World Relief and coauthor of Welcoming the Stranger: Justice, Compassion and…
Read MoreWorld Relief Mobilizes to Provide Immediate Support to Devastated Communities in Wake of Turkey and Syria Earthquake
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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