Peace
Colombia
Story
Peace doesn’t look the same in every context. That’s a lesson that Hector “Ramon” Calix Dueñas says he’s learning during his YAMEN (Young Anabaptist Mennonite Exchange Network) year in Colombia. Dueñas is 27 and from Saba, Honduras, where his parents are …
Education
Bolivia
Story
… What do cooking and graphic design have in common? For Adi Nugroho, it’s never been about mastering either of these skills. Technical skills are simply the backdrop for developing emotional tools and creating a space for connection, even across …
Justice and Equity
United States, Pennsylvania
Story
… to me to be here because when I see these people [volunteering], I think of my brother.” … … ChiChi Oguekwe, … in action.” … … For Esther Hong, an MCC International Volunteer Exchange Program (IVEP) participant from Cambodia, …
Migration and Refugees
Guatemala
Story
… intensified. In Fresno, California, she gained some volunteer experience as an immigration advocate. Her deep … remembers the Venezuelan immigrant who became a primary volunteer at the shelter while he awaited permission to …
Disaster response
Palestine and Israel
Story
… that amid all that was happening around them, staff and volunteers were already focusing on how they could best aid … a podcast … Header photo caption: Firas Hamlawi, right, a volunteer, and staff member Rifqah Hamlawi, center, of MCC …
Justice and Equity
Ohio, Great Lakes
Story
Summers for college students can take a variety of forms. For Tylah Cline, participating in MCC’s Summer Service program was a great way to launch into her senior year and build on her passion for racial justice. Cline is dedicated to her home …
Poverty Reduction
British Columbia
Story
… always new ways we could use your help! Hear about current volunteer opportunities with the Homelessness Prevention and …
Disaster response
Manitoba
Story
… has meant the world. Not only to Sophia, but even to her volunteers. Anne Plett (02:46): Hi, I'm Anne Plett and I work … et cetera, et cetera. Kyle Rudge (03:16): Anne has been a volunteer with material resources, or MR for short, as you'll …
Landing page
… active involvement. One must be either an employer (work/volunteer) or academic reference. The last two references can …
Climate Change
New York, East Coast
Story
On a typical Saturday morning at Radical Living’s youth summer program in Brooklyn, New York, you’ll hear laughter. You’ll feel the warmth of sunny yellow t-shirts and waving hands welcoming you to the circle. If your attention drifts beyond the circle, …
Asia
Story
… from his friends who participated in MCC’s International Volunteer Exchange Program (IVEP) and how the program had an …