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September 21, 2023

The CWS Charlotte office loves celebrating culture all year long. This past August, the Charlotte team held their August team meeting potluck style! Each team member was encouraged to bring a dish honoring their culture. The event was a delightful fusion of flavors and an opportunity to learn about the diverse culinary traditions within the team. There were traditional dishes …

The Youth Advisory Board at StARS |

Since the beginning of the conflict in Sudan* in April 2023, about 287,230 people have crossed the border to Egypt seeking refuge. When they arrive in Egypt, after experiencing long and difficult journeys, most Sudanese refugees have limited or no resources. They often arrive traumatized from the tragedy they’ve experienced. Many were separated from their families due to visa restrictions …

Mariana Gama | September 19, 2023

In my current role here at CWS, I think about stories often. I listen to other’s stories, think about ways they affect us and harness the power of change that they embody. Sometimes, when I listen to others tell me their story and where they come from, I see pieces of my own story reflected. Hispanic Heritage Month is a …

August 30, 2023

[ENGLISH VERSION HERE] ¿Está preparado en caso de un desastre? ¿Ha creado un kit de emergencia? ¿Su familia tiene un plan de accion? Septiembre es el Mes de Preparación Nacional. A continuación se ofrecen algunos consejos sobre cómo prepararse para cualquier desastre. Para obtener más información y más recursos, ¡visite ready.gov! Mantengase informado: Supervise fuentes confiables: esté atento a los …

[VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL AQUÍ] Are you prepared in the event of a disaster? Have you made an emergency kit? Does your family have a plan? September is National Preparedness Month. Here are some tips for how to prepare for any disaster— for more information and more resources, visit ready.gov! Stay Informed: Monitor Trusted Sources: Keep an eye on weather forecasts …