Migration and Refugees
United States
Story
… seekers must navigate a difficult and complex process that can involve multiple government agencies. Those granted asylum can apply to live in the United States permanently, receive … context? And what are some ways in which each of us can get involved and better support those seeking asylum? … …
Health
Ukraine
Story
… fear and anger are normal responses — but that they can control how they respond to these feelings. “What I feel … worse. … … The sessions provide a place where children can feel safe emotionally, Katerina says. “They feel … of the city to another, and they get upset because they can’t sleep in their own houses, Iryna says. But art therapy …
United States
Story
… and local elections. If you are not eligible to vote, you can still help others register to vote or volunteer at … interconnected. Know that the good work you do in one area can ripple outward. … Resist the urge to start something … offices in just a few minutes. These emails or calls can influence policymakers to support the issues that you …
United States
Story
… back, needing to stop just to take a deep breath. Winter can present an opportunity for a more peaceful, reflective … a Martha type lifestyle, so being forced to slow down can be initially frustrating yet ultimately meaningful. In an … coach, he was asked, “What are three steps individuals can take in everyday life to ensure their communication and …
Event
… to see themselves as potential Active Bystanders who can intervene when they are witness to abusive, isolating or … to intervene when they see problematic situations can improve feelings of individual ability and effectiveness … and helps potential Active Bystanders to envision how they can be a part of improving our community in an everyday way. …
Peace
Resource
… conversations around significant issues in hopes that we can create spaces for better disagreement with respect and … … Often, a desire for harmony or conformity in a group can allow our desire not to ‘rock the boat’ to outweigh our … not always have to ruin the party: A quick response we can use to disagree without aggression is: “I see where …
United States
Story
… ‘If we just mobilize enough volunteers.’ ‘If we can just get enough signatures on our petition.’ ‘If we can just prove they are behind this outrage.’ ‘What they’re … about the kingdom of God. There are limitations to what we can accomplish when just approaching things from a policy …
Poverty Reduction
Ontario
Story
… on this milestone and celebrate the past five years.” “You can't find this type of employer, the way the Raw Carrot is … top up his Ontario Disability Support Payment (ODSP). “I can see the positive impact on Lucas; he’s really grown in confidence and I can trust him with new tasks and to do amazing things,” says …
Food
Cambodia
Story
… since 1995. I’m coming from a poor family so I ask, “How can I use my resources and my capacity to help the poor?” … people. I learned facilitation skills and how you can communicate with other people. When I became a program … the capacity to connect with other organizations that can fund our work. I am happy with the way that MCC and the …
Climate Change, Water
Bolivia
Story
… extreme. It’s warmer than it used to be, and communities can grow more diverse crops. But they are also experiencing more frequent problems, like hail that can come and destroy crops in an instant. A nearby community … My main concern is water and how to take care of it. We can’t do anything without water. People need to keep enough …
Peace
Canada, Palestine and Israel, Ukraine, Myanmar (Burma)
Story
… prioritize bringing diverse people together so new bonds can be built across differences, laying the groundwork for … (often church partners) from those communities who can best understand local dynamics. … … But beyond this, we … that challenge the status quo and build experiences that can positively connect people. There are many steps …