Stories

Explore our Stories of Lasting Change. Each one is filled with hope, transformation and love from communities and our partners, staff and volunteers around the globe. See what’s possible when compassion drives action. Subscribe below to stay connected!


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Wednesday, Jan 29, 2025

How Faith Leaders Help Shift Mindsets Towards Equality in South Sudan

Episcopal Relief & Development’s gender-based violence mitigation program in South Sudan is creating positive change through literacy circles and faith leader engagement, promoting gender equity and social inclusion in 24 communities across the dioceses of Juba and Rejaf.

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Monday, Dec 30, 2024

A Letter from Rob: Light and Transformation in the New Year

Rob Radtke reflects on how Episcopal Relief & Development collaborates with local partners, including faith leaders in Liberia, to reduce gender-based violence and promote community transformation through interfaith cooperation and behavioral change initiatives.

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Monday, Dec 23, 2024

Triumph, Transformation and Prayers for Peace this Christmas

As her term as Chair of the Board comes to an end, Teri Lawyer reflects on how solidarity and collective action can lead to positive outcomes. She also shares her personal experiences regarding how Episcopal Relief & Development is combating injustice and improving lives globally, illustrating how solidarity can create transformative benefits for individuals and communities.

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Monday, Nov 25, 2024

Grateful Reflections and Thanksgiving Wishes

As she nears retirement, Esther Cohen recounts her 20-year journey at Episcopal Relief & Development, highlighting the organization’s evolution from a small team to a global force, emphasizing gratitude for the collective vision and efforts that enabled its growth and impact.

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Thursday, Nov 21, 2024

In Conversation: Defining Gender Equality

Episcopal Relief & Development promotes gender equality and social inclusion across all four of our priority areas. Program officers from each area share insights on implementing gender-equitable approaches in their work.

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Thursday, Nov 21, 2024

Safe, Resilient Communities in Vanuatu

Ethel George is the Women’s Desk Officer for the Anglican Church of Melanesia (ACOM) Vanuatu. There, she works with church leaders to promote harmonious relationships in families. Read along as Ethel explains how ACOM Vanuatu has prioritized women and girls’ safety before and during disasters. 

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