Stephanie Chunoo, Author at Presbyterian World Service & Development

International Women’s Day 2024: Invest in women: Accelerate Progress.

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As we approach International Women’s Day – March 8 – the global call to action resonates louder than ever: “Invest in women: Accelerate Progress.” This year’s theme reinforces the critical role that women play in driving change across our society. Through recognizing, supporting and investing in women’s education, health and economic empowerment, and leadership, we […]

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Gale Riders (Elmira, ON)

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On September 28, 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

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Woodstock Wonders (Woodstock, ON)

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On September 28, we’re biking about 30 kilometres around the community 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

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Responding to Humanitarian Crisis

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There has been an increase of conflict in many areas of the world – Gaza, Ukraine, Yemen, Sudan, Afghanistan and Haiti to name a few. At the same, the climate crisis has been having drastic and sometimes deadly impacts in already vulnerable areas—floods in Pakistan and in Malawi, drought in Somalia, or earthquakes in Nepal.

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Update: Gaza Response

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Persistent Israeli airstrikes over Gaza have demolished buildings, left tens of thousands of casualties and given rise to a staggering number of displaced individuals. In the midst of so much loss, through the ACT Alliance, PWS&D is supporting the Middle East Council of Churches’ Department of Service to Palestinian Refugees (DSPR). DSPR continues to stand witness

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Fleeing Home: Am Salama’s Journey

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Am Salama fondly reminisces about the life she and her family led before the war struck. Earlier in 2023, a political crisis unfolded in Sudan, and tensions flared, triggering a widespread exodus of people toward South Sudan and neighbouring countries. Many families were forced to abandon their once-thriving lives in pursuit of safety. At 35

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PWS&D Sunday 2024

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On PWS&D Sunday, we celebrate the work our church is doing to serve vulnerable communities around the world. Inspired by God’s promise of abundant life, we are building a more sustainable, compassionate and just world! Make Sunday, February 4, a day to reflect on those facing poverty, hunger and injustice, and inspire action here in Canada

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Lent 2024 Liturgies

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When we respond to poverty, hunger and conflict in our global village, we discover God’s resurrecting power. The hungry are fed, the vulnerable are cared for, the sick are healed, and the poor are raised up. This Lenten season, let us faithfully respond to Christ’s call to serve those in need. This year’s liturgies were

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Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza

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As Palestine and Israel are mired in violence and suffering, PWS&D is prepared to respond to the humanitarian needs. The ongoing hostilities have created a humanitarian crisis, with homes, schools, medical facilities and crucial infrastructure having been extensively damaged or destroyed. The conflict has led to a significant mass displacement—1.4 million out of Gaza’s 2.2

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Difficult Decisions for Farmers in Ukraine

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Almost two years after the start of the present upheaval in Ukraine, families continue to face incredibly hard decisions. While many have been displaced by the conflict and have few to no supplies, others who are living at home struggle to make ends meet. Shifting market prices have made it next to impossible to make

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