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!
In the Meantime: Beginning Long-Term Recovery on Maui
Two retired Maui women lead Episcopal fire recovery efforts, aiding those affected by the 2023 Lāhainā fire.
By Episcopal Relief & Development
Kitchen Gardens Help Children Thrive In Ghana
Patricia, a farmer in rural Ghana, learned through the Moments That Matter®, to grow vegetables and prepare more nutritious meals for her family, improving their diet and providing additional income from selling surplus crops.
By Episcopal Relief & Development Stories
Local Partners Provide Fast, Culturally Sensitive Disaster Response in Nepal
Following the 2023 earthquake in Nepal, Episcopal Relief & Developments, through local partnerships, provided survivors like Sita with essential provisions like food, hygiene kits, blankets and shelter.
Savings with Education Grew Papa Alfonso’s Photography Business in Angola
In 2013, the Anglican Church in Angola started a savings program across Angola, beginning in Luanda. Over ten years later, Savings with Education (SwE) continues to be a trusted method for communities across Angola to build economic resilience. Papa Alfonso, a local carpenter and family man, has been a part of his savings group since the beginning, and SwE has helped him follow his dream, to create lasting change for his family.
Harnessing the Power of Interfaith Collaboration to Reduce Gender-Based Violence Against Women and Girls in Liberia
The partnership between Episcopal Relief & Development and Islamic Relief USA has reduced violence against women in Liberia. Faith leaders, both Christian and Muslim, play a crucial role in confronting harmful social norms and behaviors.
By Anwar Khan
By Tobias Aulo
