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Venezuela Earthquake Response

On June 24, 2026, two powerful earthquakes struck north-central Venezuela. Strong shaking was felt across the country, as well as in neighboring Colombia and parts of the Caribbean. The Government of Venezuela has declared a State of Emergency.  The situation remains fluid, with ongoing aftershocks increasing risks to affected populations and complicating response efforts. Residential

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Venezuela Earthquake Response

On June 24, 2026, two powerful earthquakes struck north-central Venezuela. Strong shaking was felt across the country, as well as in neighboring Colombia and parts of the Caribbean. The Government of Venezuela has declared a State of Emergency.  The situation remains fluid, with ongoing aftershocks increasing risks to affected populations and complicating response efforts. Residential

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Together in Motion and Song (Victoria, BC)

Canada, Events, Impact Stories

Together in Motion & Song is fundraising in the Journey for Hope in support of PWS&D’s food security projects. Join us on September 17 for a hymn sing and on September 26 for a walk! With climate issues, conflict, and inflation impacting people around the world, food insecurity is at alarmingly high levels, and PWS&D […]

Trinity Hope and a Prayer (New Westminster)

Canada, Impact Stories

On September 27, we’re taking part in the Journey for Hope in support of PWS&D’s food security projects. We want to raise awareness of and funds for global hunger.  With climate issues, conflict and rising costs continuing to impact people around the world, food insecurity is at alarmingly high levels, and PWS&D is working to […]

From Setback to State Rank: Dipmala’s Story

Impact Stories, India

Everyone has dreams — for themselves, for their families, for a better future. But sometimes, circumstances beyond our control interrupt those dreams. Twenty-year-old Dipmala Kumari knows all too well how quickly difficult situations can place those dreams on hold. Hailing from a humble family in Bihar, India, with two sisters and two brothers, where financial […]

Promoting Food Security in Quetzaltenango

Guatemala, Impact Stories

“I learned how to prepare nutritious foods to eat healthier, taking advantage of the food produced in my community.” Margarita carries a lot of responsibility in her home. A single mother, she also cares for a half-sister with a developmental disorder, as well as her two nephews. “There are quite a few of us in […]

Northwest Ramblers (Presbytery of the Northwest)

Canada, Impact Stories

On October 3, we’re fundraising in the Journey for Hope in support of PWS&D’s food security projects. With climate issues, conflict and inflation continuing to impact people around the world, food insecurity is at alarmingly high levels, and PWS&D is working to address that. By taking part in the Journey, we’re supporting a charity that […]

The Ng’ambi Family’s Journey to Food Security and Resilience 

Malawi

In rural Malawi, in Mwanyesha Village, 30-year-old Vincent Ng’ambi lives with his wife and five children. Until recently, the family shared a small, dilapidated house that offered little shelter from the weather. “Life had been hard, living in a poor thatched house. Sunlight could hit us, and during the rainy season the house leaked, leaving […]