Stories
Our Stories of Lasting Change are filled with hope, inspiration and love in action. They reflect the experiences of Episcopal Relief & Development partners, staff, participant communities, volunteers and friends who are moved to make a measurable difference in the lives of vulnerable women and children and help communities prepare for and recover from climate-influenced events. Join us on this life-changing journey. Subscribe below!
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.
By Rob Radtke
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.
By Teri Lawver
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.
By Esther Cohen
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.
By Episcopal Relief & Development
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.
By Ethel George
The Power of Small Gestures
The Rev. Rhonda Rogers discusses how she turned her early scarcity into a commitment to helping others, highlighting that small acts can lead to meaningful change through community engagement and support for initiatives like the Episcopal Relief & Development Gifts for Life catalog.
