After fleeing the war in Ukraine, Daryna and her young daughter found refuge in the United States under Humanitarian Parole. With support from CWS Fort Collins, she successfully navigated childcare, work and legal pathways, ultimately receiving Temporary Protected Status and the ability to continue working. From War to Welcome: Building a New Life in Colorado When bombing began around their …
Four Years after the Fall of Kabul, Afghan Allies and Families Still Await Lasting Protection
Washington, D.C.—Today, August 15th, marks four years since the fall of Kabul to the Taliban. Two weeks later U.S. forces would complete the withdrawal from Afghanistan, leaving many at risk for standing with U.S. military and civilian personnel. Since then, millions of Afghan individuals and families were forced to flee their homes and seek refuge around the world, with over …
Soaring Beyond Borders: An Afghan Pilot’s Journey
August 14, 2025
On August 15, 2021, when Kabul fell to the Taliban, around 200,000 Afghans evacuated to safety in the United States, while many more remain in danger. Today, as we mark four years since the fall of Kabul, we share the testimony of one individual who was on track to become one of the first female light attack helicopter pilots in …
August Recess Advocacy Guide 2025
August 12, 2025
Every couple of months, Members of Congress go on “recess,” returning to their home states and districts. Both members of the House of Representatives and the Senate use these periods to engage with constituents, hold town halls and public events, conduct in-district legislative meetings, and make themselves available to their constituents. Each August, members head out on the longest recess …
Policy Asks for August Recess 2025
For nearly 80 years, Church World Service (CWS) has worked toward our vision of a world in which all people have food, voice, and a safe place to call home. As a global humanitarian organization, CWS represents nine million people of faith across 14 faith-based organizations and denominations. Through refugee resettlement offices and affiliates, home study and post release services …
From Kabul to Colorado: Ahmad’s Journey of Hope and Leadership
After years of advancing women’s leadership and economic opportunity in Afghanistan, Ahmad was forced to flee when the Taliban regained control in 2021. Now resettled in the United States, he continues empowering others through meaningful work, holding onto hope for a brighter future for his home country. Building New Opportunities in Afghanistan From an early age, Ahmad’s life was shaped …
Take Action: Urge Your Member of Congress to Support Refugees this August Recess
August 7, 2025
Senators and Members of Congress are back home for “August recess,” a period when they hold town halls, attend public events, and listen to their constituents. Until September 3, you have the opportunity to meet with your representatives at home and make your voice heard in support of refugees and immigrants in your community. Today, tens of thousands of refugees …
From Crisis to Recovery: How CWS Responds to Disasters
August 5, 2025
CWS walks alongside communities through every stage of a disaster—from preparedness and immediate relief to long-term recovery and resilience building. With deep partnerships and a commitment to equity, we ensure that impacted individuals, including immigrant communities, receive the resources, support, and dignity they need to rebuild and thrive. In every stage of a natural disaster—whether it’s a hurricane, wildfire, or …
Hope on the Move: How the CROP Hunger Walk Fights Hunger in Missouri and Around the World
August 1, 2025
Hunger is one of the greatest injustices facing our world today. According to this year’s State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report, an estimated 8.2 percent of the global population—or about 673 million people—experienced hunger in 2024. That’s millions of people who are unable to put food on the table for themselves and their families. The world …
After the Storm: One Widow’s Selfless Act Amid the Texas Floods
July 30, 2025
Content Warning: This story contains descriptions of a natural disaster, loss and pet separation, which may be distressing to some readers. When record rainfall hit Texas on July 4, 2025, more than 120 lives were lost and hundreds remained missing. Among the survivors was 74-year-old Mrs. White, who braved rising floodwaters and helped her neighbors reach safety before receiving critical …