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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 […]

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 […]

Journey for Hope: Teams and Locations (2026)

Canada, Events, Impact Stories

Alberta  Northwest Ramblers – Presbytery of the Northwest (Edmonton) British Columbia Together in Motion and Song (Victoria) Ontario  Team PWS&D (Toronto)