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Getting your Trinity Audio player ready… If you happen to stop into a local Panda Express around Spokane, you might be greeted by a kind man named Noelle behind the counter. Known for his bright smile, strong work ethic, and welcoming spirit, Noelle leaves a positive impression on just about everyone he meets. At first…
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It Takes a Village: The Community Behind Every New Beginning
When Iryna arrived in Spokane on December 31, 2022 at 10 p.m., in the quiet hours of New Year’s Eve,…
Read MoreServing Hospital Food Changed this Refugee’s Future
The morning began like any other: waking up, eating breakfast, and getting ready for work. But at 6:00 a.m., Alena’s…
Read More2025 Through Our Eyes: Directors Team Reflections
World Relief Spokane has been welcoming refugees to the community for over 30 years, empowering refugees and other immigrants to find hope and rebuild their lives. …
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What’s next for Spokane’s refugee agencies amid rising uncertainty?
Uncertainty arises for Spokane refugees following the termination of the refugee resettlement program across the U.S.
Read MoreSpokane refugees at risk as World Relief navigates changing U.S. policies
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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New Lifeway Research Survey Indicates Protestant Pastor Support for Global Humanitarian Needs, Objections to Funding Cuts
Survey sponsored by World Relief explores attitudes around global health
Read MoreWorld 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…
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