United States
Story
… public needs. Large budgets for law enforcement agencies can lead to other social services, such as healthcare, … receive less funding. Channeling money into these services can help people gain the resources needed which will reduce … protesting against a system in which killing someone can go without consequence. Christians should be the leaders …
Lebanon, Palestine and Israel, Uganda, Cambodia, Bangladesh, Ethiopia
Story
… snout of a pig or the opportunity to offer you a gift that can quack. When people raise animals, they can shepherd their families and communities into a brighter … above (name not provided) in the Beqaa Valley. Offspring can be sold, leading to a larger infusion of cash. … … … …
Disaster response
Ukraine
Story
… funds that would have been used for local projects that can't happen now and they're buying food, medicine, blankets, … other part of the country, but you need something, and I can help you,'" says Herr. With Ukraine's ports now blocked … hard to come by. MCC partners are focusing on what they can do in the moment, purchasing what they can find and …
Climate Change
Bangladesh
Story
… she’s lived for 11 years. She, like most in the area, can’t afford housing or land further away from the river. … hanging bags, which are out of reach of rising water and can be moved if necessary. Bottle gourds, a favorite … that spread across a bamboo canopy. … … Families can even take measures to prevent their animals from being …
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? … …
Poverty Reduction
Bangladesh
Story
… vegetables and house animals above flood waters, so they can still have food and a source of income when the river … sewing machines with them once they are trained, so they can start a small business or get a job to support the family … encouraging me to learn this skill … so that both of us can run the family together.” … … In the sewing …
Canada, United States
Story
… meals. But the days leading up to Christmas can be full of big decisions, most of all: what should I give … Christmas? With MCC’s 2024 Christmas Giving Guide, you can find gifts that will delight everyone on your list, while … Guide that may just fit each of your loved ones. … What can you get for the friend or family member who never leaves …
Climate Change
Manitoba, Guatemala
Story
… some new techniques like intercropping so that they can grow as many vegetables as they can on their small families' plots of lands. They were … for their families as well. Kyle Rudge (07:05): As you can imagine, the effects of climate change are probably most …
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 …
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 …
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. …