A natural disaster is a devastating and terrifying event for those affected. As communities work to rebuild, they must undergo a long and complicated recovery process. This process can be even more difficult for some immigrant and refugee families, especially those who don’t speak English. At CWS we are committed to understanding the needs of immigrant communities and ensuring that …
A New Way to Say, “You Are Welcome Here”
December 20, 2021
When you support CWS, you are at the forefront of responding to displacement in our world. When a family is uprooted because of a hurricane or tornado, you are there with blankets and supplies to provide immediate relief. When war and persecution drive entire communities to flee their homes in search of safety, you are there providing protection along the …
CWS Launches Nationwide Program Expansion to Aid Unaccompanied Children Arriving in United States
November 16, 2021
New York City—Church World Service today launched a new program expansion to aid unaccompanied children as they arrive in the United States through the U.S. asylum system. The new programs will address the concerns and futures of this vulnerable group by providing necessary assistance as they are reunited with relatives or sponsors and come to be part of their new …