Podcasts about refugees

In this episode, hosts Karen and Kyle engage in a lively conversation with comedian Lana Siebel, exploring her journey from being a refugee from Ukraine to becoming a stand-up comedian. They discuss the challenges of parenting, cultural identity, and the transition from acting to comedy. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of the comedy scene, political commentary, and the experiences of performing in front of various audiences. Lana shares her insights on motherhood, her experiences with her son, and her thoughts on current events, including the leadership of Zelensky. The episode concludes with humorous anecdotes and reflections on the challenges of being a comedian.  You won't believe our headline!!

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Every day, buses arrive at the Afghanistan-Iran border, carrying exhausted and desperate Afghan refugee families with all their belongings. Many are returning to a country they barely know, forced to leave Iran after decades of living there.Following a recent visit to the Islam Qala border area, Arafat Jamal, the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) Representative in Afghanistan, told UN News that the number of returnees has surged amid rising tensions following the recent Israel-Iran war.Together with its partners, the UN agency is working to meet the urgent humanitarian needs of returnees, providing food, water, shelter, protection, financial support, and access to health care, legal aid and reintegration services.However, severe funding cuts have had a “brutal impact” on these efforts. “The level of cash assistance has dropped dramatically, from $2,000 per family to just $156, making it far more difficult for people to rebuild their lives,” Mr. Jamal told UN News' Sachin Gaur.

Chip and Tez talk to Laura Thompson Osuri from HomesNotBorders.org about refugee resettlement and how the federal government freeze on refugees is harming people and our economy. Plus we break down Trump bombing Iran, RFK Jr is trying to give your kid hepatitis, and of course we get to the headlines.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chipchat--2780807/support.

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On the phone-in: expert Niki Jabbour answers your gardening questions. Off the top of the show: the International Refugee and Migration Health Conference is happening in Halifax this weekend Attendees plan to send a message about protection of vulnerable migrants by drafting a statement they are calling the "Halifax Declaration."

Ep. 188 (Part 2 of 2) | Dr. Sally Adnams Jones has pioneered the field of art therapy as an agent of transformation and healing, choosing to work particularly with people living with no economic infrastructure: refugees, and victims of natural disasters, genocide, war, pandemics, and more. What Sally has found is that creating art within a community works miracles for the dispossessed and traumatized, in that it provides an embodied, practical method of engendering feelings of pride, a sense of belonging, finding one's voice, and perceiving the future as something one can affect and shape. In fact, this work is applicable to everyone everywhere—it is in accessing our creativity that we come to ask, “How do we start to build the world we need?” An Integral Taoist, Sally shares her perspective on the yin and yang of creativity, explaining that ultimately, creativity is emergence working through the human body.At the heart of Integral Taoism is an understanding that the nature of emergence itself is to become aware of your polarity and integrate it. The more you do that, the more creative you become. The discussion transitions from the dance of polarity in creativity to how the polarities of yin and yang are playing out in politics today. Sally is a Canadian therapist and exceptionally well informed about politics—here we gain a perspective on current U.S. – Canadian relations and world politics that is revelatory. Recorded May 29, 2025.“Every single Canadian is deeply traumatized right now.”Topics & Time Stamps – Part 2How the movement between parts and whole, yin and yang, plays out in politics (01:21)The threat to Canada's sovereignty, what Canada is doing in response, and Canada's unifying, integral leader (03:12)How did it feel when Trump started talking about annexing Canada? (06:44)Under the Trump regime, the U.S. has become an arms dealer (10:21)How Sally's growing up in South Africa under constant threat of civil war informs her views of fascism and the reversal of the American ideal of democracy (13:12)Advice for political resisters: establish a line that cannot be crossed (18:54)Coordinated resistance to the U.S. from external sources (24:14)Global politics, macroeconomics, and the rise of authoritarianism (27:36)Misinformation and the radicalization of young white men through the fourth estate (30:22)New challenges we face with fascism, and why American tech bros think Western Civilization is under threat (34:54)The future: who has control of the skies? (39:49)What is the most strategic thing one can do? (41:16)How do you stay grounded and balanced? Learning self-regulation, connecting with nature (43:56)Resources & References – Part 2Sally Adnams Jones, Art-Making with Refugees and Survivors: Creative and Transformative Responses to Trauma After Natural Disasters, War and Other CrisesSally's website: sallyadnamsjones.com Sally's podcast: Radical Emergence

00:08 — Khury Petersen-Smith, Michael Ratner Middle East Fellow at the Institute for Policy Studies, where he researches U.S. empire, borders, and migration. 00:33 — Yael Schacher, director for the Americas and Europe at Refugees International. 00:50 — Griselda Chavez, is an Infant Development Specialist at the UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland and has worked there for fourteen years. The post US, Israel, Iran and the War They All Claim Victory Over; Plus, Trump Administration's Refugee Resettlement Ban and Supreme Court Ruling Allowing Third Country Deportations; Plus, Children's Hospital Oakland Strike Over Union Contract appeared first on KPFA.

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James Michael Smith loves a couple of Things above all else: The Word of God and Martial Arts. (After this comes Super Heroes, Refugees and a bunch of other stuff.) He's also a trained Theologian who specializes in finding the Gospel in the Old Testament. And now he's got a Brand New Ministry focused on […]

PREVIEW MIGRATION: Colleague Judy Dempsey in Berlin comments on the Middle Eastern and Central Asian refugees fleeing strike and arriving in Germany without permission. More. 1898 BERLIN

Iran-Israel crisis: concerns over political prisoners in Tehran's Evin prisonGaza: At least 410 Palestinians killed by IDF at private aid hubs2.5 million refugees need resettlement, says UNHCR 

We're back to discuss recent happenings in Iran and draw on years of US experience in the Middle East to caution against war. We also discuss the evil of deporting Afghan refugees who risked their lives to help us back to a country that will kill or hurt them. Finally, we make fun of the military parade. _________________________________________Buy Kyle's Book HereWhere to Listen:Apple: https://bit.ly/theboardwalkapple Spotify: https://bit.ly/theboardwalkspotify Pandora: https://bit.ly/3xZ8bk9 Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3gbZ6ya Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/37UuZXQ Stitcher: https://bit.ly/3AQNadj  iHeart Radio: https://bit.ly/3y0Vfdw TuneIn: https://bit.ly/2W1VEPN Buzzsprout: https://bit.ly/37PIdoy  Be sure to like, follow, subscribe, rate, review, and share wherever you listen to our podcast.  Our Social Media Sites:Instagram: @theboardwalkpodcast Facebook: @TheBoardwalkPodcastTwitter: @theboardwalkpod You can also reach us by email at: theboardwalkpodcast@gmail.com  The views expressed by the hosts and guests of this podcast do not represent the views of the United States Government or the United States Department of Defense. 

James Michael Smith loves a couple of Things above all else: The Word of God and Martial Arts. (After this comes Super Heroes, Refugees and a bunch of other stuff.) He's also a trained Theologian who specializes in finding the Gospel in the Old Testament. And now he's got a Brand New Ministry focused on […]

Michael Orlinsky, tenor, Stephen Main, piano, Piedmont Community Church, Piedmont, California

Sudanese refugees who have escaped the world's largest humanitarian crisis to Australia are sharing their stories to spread awareness of suffering in their homeland. After more than two years of fighting, the conflict in Sudan has led to famine, ethnic and gender-based violence and the biggest internal displacement crisis on the planet with more than 14 million people forcibly uprooted by fighting. Humanitarian groups and members of the Sudanese diaspora are pleading for help from Australia.

A look at this week's headlines in Iowa, including a conversation with a Bosnian American for World Refugee Day.

«Dès qu'on accepte de manger la nourriture de l'autre, c'est qu'on l'accepte déjà. Et c'est une fierté. Pousser la porte du restaurant pendant le festival, ça c'est très important pour nous. C'est que la société nous accepte», explique Harouna Sow, le chef des cuisines du Refugee Food. Comme chaque année depuis 2016 au mois de juin, l'association organise son festival dans plusieurs villes françaises, initie des rencontres en cuisine entre un chef hôte et un cuisinier réfugié. Des menus à 4 mains sont pensés, cuisinés, et savourés ! Le Refugee food met toute son énergie depuis 10 ans à changer le regard de la société sur les réfugiés. La cuisine est la clé de la rencontre, de l'insertion, la clef d'une nouvelle vie en France, pays de refuge. C'est un ferment, vivant, une graine que l'association aide à semer et qui grandit, et s'épanouit. La cuisine pour partage, la cuisine pour survivre, la cuisine pour s'exprimer et se reconstruire. Avec Georgiana Viou, cuisinière, cheffe 1 étoile du restaurant Rouge à Nîmes, marraine de l'édition 2025 avec le dramaturge Alexis Michalik du festival 2025. Harouna Sow, chef des cuisines de l'association Refugee food.   EN IMAGES   Tous les détails : Refugee food festival  Instagram Refugee food. Pour aller plus loin - Passeport, d'Alexis Michalik, éditions Albin Michel - J'accueille, l'association experte dans l'accueil de personnes réfugiées chez l'habitant - 8 milliards de voisins - Chaud devant, de Géraldine Meignan et Hubert Van Rie, aux éditions Bayard - Nourrir l'esprit : sélection et recommandations du Refugee food, dans laquelle vous trouverez votre émission Le goût du monde- merci à eux ! - Marie Curry à Bordeaux restaurant et traiteur engagé   Programmation musicale : Ma'm Pe'ela su'ure, Florence Adooni.   La recette Des recettes partagées comme autant de rencontres et de cultures échangées : Les recettes de Refugee food.

In honor of World Refugee Day, Don sits down with David Miliband, President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee, for a powerful and urgent conversation about the global refugee crisis. With a record 122 million people displaced worldwide, Miliband breaks down the root causes of this staggering number and the human toll behind the statistics. They also examine the far-reaching implications of the Trump administration's refugee and immigration policies, from gutted resettlement programs to severe cuts in humanitarian aid. What does this mean for the U.S.'s role on the world stage? And how can Americans step up in a moment that demands action? This is a conversation about accountability, compassion, and what it truly means to lead in a time of crisis. This episode is brought to you by the Freedom From Religion Foundation. Go to FFRF.US/Freedom or text DON to 511 511 and become a member today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today is World Refugee Day so I thought it would be useful to catch up with someone who works with refugees every day, to remind ourselves of what leads someone to become a refugee and how we can best support them. Amina Abdulla is Regional Director for the Horn of Africa with Concern, and I really enjoyed learning about her work, as well as what keeps her going when funding is sinking and the work is tough.To support the podcast and access bonus episodes, join the community on Patreon here.Join us in Connolly's of Leap on July 17th! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's world refugee day! Holly and Greg are joined by Amy Harmer, Executive Director of Utah Refugee Connection to discuss how Utahns can help refugees in the community and gives a preview of an event taking place tonight.

AP correspondent Donna Warder reports on how the U.S. halt in funding the U.N. World Food Program is affecting one refugee camp in Kenya.

The Internationally renowned slam poet known as Huda the Goddess has officially claimed the UNHCR-SBS Les Murray Award for Refugee Recognition. The honours coincide with World Refugee Day, which celebrates refugees and their contribution to society.

Latoya Nugent is head of engagement with Rainbow Railroad. She shares the details of the organizations annual report, 'Understanding the state of Global LGBTQI+ Persecution'.

On today's show, we survey he challenges of resettlement and refugees in 2025. Also, we hear from a national organization that is involved in a lawsuit in Arkansas around religious liberties. Plus, details about Freedom Fest happening this weekend.

Women's rights in Afghanistan have taken a hard hit since the Taliban returned to power nearly four years ago.The country now has the second largest gender gap in the world, according to UN Women's 2024 Afghanistan Gender Index, which shows a 76 per cent disparity between women and men when it comes to health, education, financial inclusion and decision-making.Afghan journalist Zahra Nader has been forced to flee her homeland twice to escape Taliban rule.She told UN News's Nancy Sarkis that everyone has the responsibility to raise awareness about “the most severe women's rights crisis of our time” and to ensure that those living in “gender apartheid” in Afghanistan have a voice.

“And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, ‘Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?' Then I said, ‘Here I am! Send me.'” - Isaiah 6:8The news from the Middle East can be overwhelming, but our hope in Christ calls us to take action. Today, May-Lee Melki from Heart for Lebanon joins us to share how you can help protect young women and girls facing crisis. Then it's on to your calls at 800-525-7000.​May-Lee Melki is a Lebanese-American advocate, legal scholar, and ministry leader dedicated to advancing justice and holistic transformation in the Middle East. She serves as the Strategic Engagement Manager at Heart for Lebanon, an underwriter of Faith and Finance.Why Lebanon's Girls Need Us NowLebanon today is not the Lebanon of a generation ago. Compounded crises have pushed countless families into desperation, and girls ages 13–21 often bear the heaviest burden. Without a father, brother, or male guardian to protect them, they face decisions made for them—decisions that can lock them into abuse for life.The urgency has never been higher. These girls can change their country, the region, and the Church—but only if someone intervenes before tragedy strikes.A Concrete Goal: 500 Girls by June 30Heart for Lebanon has already welcomed 250 at-risk girls into its programs this year. With your help, we can reach the remaining 250 before June 30. The math is simple—and remarkably attainable:$114 introduces three girls to Jesus and a pathway to safety.$950 opens the door for twenty-five girls.Less than $10,000 completes the entire goal.Every investment provides:Safe spaces & mentorshipChrist-centered counseling focused on identity and dignityEducation & vocational training rooted in biblical character and life skillsChurch communities where girls—and, prayerfully, their families—can grow in faithHow Your Gift Transforms a LifeRecently, Meili met Iman, a 12-year-old refugee forced to work all day for $20 a month—money her father uses for cigarettes. After a chapel session, with tears in her eyes, Iman asked, "Who is Jesus?" That day, she prayed to receive Christ, saying:“My circumstances may not change immediately, but Jesus will change my heart and be with me.”Your support keeps Iman in school, surrounds her with Christian counselors, and plugs her into a loving church, offering hope not only to her but to her whole family.Two Ways You Can Help TodayPray:Ask the Lord to protect these girls and soften the hearts of their families.Pray for the Heart for Lebanon staff who daily serve in challenging conditions. Give Generously:Text “FAITH” to 98656—we'll reply with a secure giving link.Visit FaithFi.com/Lebanon to give online.Remember: $114 = three girls rescued and discipled in Christ.Jesus taught, “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” (Matthew 6:21) When you invest in Heart for Lebanon, you're putting your heart into something that echoes into eternity—protecting girls from exploitation, introducing them to the Savior, and empowering them to transform their communities for Christ.Let's finish strong. Join us in reaching the final 250 young women before June 30. Together, we can turn desperation into dignity and despair into hope—one precious girl at a time. Give now at FaithFi.com/Lebanon or text “FAITH” to 98656.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I have two financial advisors, and I would like to know which one to work with. One has been with our family for 30 years, but his fees are high. The other has a different investment approach, but his fees are much lower. I'm struggling with the emotional side of potentially changing advisors after such a long-term working relationship. How should I evaluate this situation?I have a 13-year-old son who has been earning money doing yard work and has now saved over $2,000. I would like to know the best place for a young teenager to start saving and investing. What would your recommendation be?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)Heart For LebanonStash | Acorns | Betterment | Charles Schwab | FidelityWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money (Pre-Order)Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

Ep. 187 (Part 1 of 2) | Dr. Sally Adnams Jones has pioneered the field of art therapy as an agent of transformation and healing, choosing to work particularly with people living with no economic infrastructure: refugees, and victims of natural disasters, genocide, war, pandemics, and more. What Sally has found is that creating art within a community works miracles for the dispossessed and traumatized, in that it provides an embodied, practical method of engendering feelings of pride, a sense of belonging, finding one's voice, and perceiving the future as something one can affect and shape. In fact, this work is applicable to everyone everywhere—it is in accessing our creativity that we come to ask, “How do we start to build the world we need?” An Integral Taoist, Sally shares her perspective on the yin and yang of creativity, explaining that ultimately, creativity is emergence working through the human body.At the heart of Integral Taoism is an understanding that the nature of emergence itself is to become aware of your polarity and integrate it. The more you do that, the more creative you become. The discussion transitions from the dance of polarity in creativity to how the polarities of yin and yang are playing out in politics today. Sally is a Canadian therapist and exceptionally well informed about politics—here we gain a perspective on current U.S. – Canadian relations and world politics that is revelatory. Recorded May 29, 2025.“The basis of self-esteem is agency—and how you find agency is finding your hands, your heart, and your voice.”Topics & Time Stamps – Part 1Introducing Dr. Sally Adnams Jones, pioneer of transformation through creativity, psycho-spiritual educator, artist, author (00:56)How did Sally come to this work? Every kind of trauma exists in South Africa (01:58)Sally's book, Art-Making with Refugees and Survivors, is about how to access our creativity when we've been dispossessed and dislocated, with no agency left (05:11)Using your hands to access pre-verbal trauma: it starts with the thumb/hand/brain connection (07:07)Building self-esteem, pride, community, and hope through creating art (09:02)How does Sally build trust going into indigenous communities? (12:20)What happened to our creativity? In the modern era, we started discounting the right hemisphere (18:05)De-gendering creativity (20:43)Integral Taoism: understanding that the nature of emergence is to become aware of your polarity and integrate it (22:44)At the lower chakras, masculine and feminine come together as procreative; at the higher levels as creative (25:58)The ultimate understanding is about the mystery, an embodied channel to the divine (28:53)Creativity: emergence working through the human body (29:55)How do we potentiate through our body? Through understanding polarity principles (32:08)Sally's initiation to Integral Taoism in a park in Beijing, China (36:49)As an integrally informed Canadian therapist, what does Sally think about current U.S./Canada politics? (41:51)Polarization, and how polarities and yin/yang play out in politics (44:16)Resources & References – Part 1Sally Adnams Jones, Art-Making with Refugees and Survivors: Creative and Transformative Responses to Trauma After...

This week is Refugee Week, a time to celebrate the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees and people seeking sanctuary. And here at Media Storm, we can't do it without delving into media hypocrisy when reporting on the group. Why do closed borders not work - and why, in the face of hard evidence, do politicians still continue to ignore the facts and figures on displacement?  We're joined in the studio by Ugandan model and transgender refugee rights activist, ⁠Amanda Kamanda⁠, and Iranian Refugee Olympic athlete, ⁠Dorsa Yavarivafa⁠. They tell us about the importance of LGBTQ+ refugee protection and the power of sport to create community. In contrast, we cover the rise of homophobia and transphobia in the West, and specifically in media coverage of migration. After the break, we turn our focus onto the US where anti-ICE protests embody the theme of this week's Refugee Week: ‘Community as a Superpower'. And as we approach the one-year anniversary of UK riots after the Southport stabbing, our guests also respond to Keir Starmer's ‘Island of Strangers' speech.  The episode is hosted and produced by Mathilda Mallinson (⁠⁠⁠@mathildamall⁠⁠⁠) and Helena Wadia (⁠⁠⁠@helenawadia⁠⁠⁠)  The music is by⁠⁠⁠ @soundofsamfire⁠⁠⁠ Support us on⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠! Follow us on⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠ Bluesky⁠⁠⁠, and⁠⁠⁠ TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iran-Israel crisis: UN rights office issues appeal for urgent de-escalationNearly one in two Yemenis facing acute hungerGlobal support for refugees holding firm

Football players at a tournament in Perth are doing more than just score goals - they're building bridges between cultures and shining a light on the strength of Western Australia's refugee communities. Held during Refugee Week, the Freedom Cup unites players from refugee backgrounds and government agencies, in a celebration of resilience, connection and belonging. SBS has been talking to one player who fled war-torn Ukraine with his wife, and found hope, healing and community. - پرتھ میں ایک فٹبال ٹورنامنٹ میں کھلاڑی صرف گول ہی نہیں کر رہے، بلکہ ثقافتوں کے درمیان پُل بھی بنا رہے ہیں اور مغربی آسٹریلیا کی پناہ گزین کمیونٹیز کی طاقت کو اجاگر کر رہے ہیں۔ ریفیوجی ویک کے دوران منعقد ہونے والا "فریڈم کپ" پناہ گزین پس منظر رکھنے والے کھلاڑیوں اور سرکاری اداروں کو ایک ساتھ لاتا ہے، جہاں حوصلے، ربط اور شمولیت کا جشن منایا جاتا ہے۔ ایس بی ایس نے ایک ایسے کھلاڑی سے بات کی جو جنگ زدہ یوکرین سے اپنی بیوی کے ہمراہ فرار ہو کر یہاں آئے، اور یہاں اُنہیں اُمید، سکون کے علاوہ ایک نئی کمیونٹی بھی ملی۔

Indigenous communities face compounded challenges due to climate-induced displacement. Forced relocations not only disrupt their physical environment but also erode traditional governance structures, cultural practices, and spiritual beliefs, leading to significant mental health issues. The loss of ancestral lands and the erosion of cultural identity pose profound threats to the well-being and resilience of Indigenous peoples.On June 20th, 2025 let us stand in solidarity with all those who had to flee from their homes to seek safety and shelter. Produced by Shaldon Ferris (Khoi/San) Music: 'Kame' and 'Xul Kej' by SOTZ'IL, used with permission. 'Burn your village to the ground', by The Haluci Nation, used with permission.

In this interview, Dev Kumar Sunuwar of Cultural Survival speaks with Mohammed Rofique, a member of the Rohingya community, who shares the powerful story of how his family was forced to flee their homeland in Myanmar. Rofique recounts the difficult and dangerous journey they undertook, crossing rugged terrain, dense forests, and treacherous paths in search of safety. Facing violence, uncertainty, and exhaustion, his family ultimately reached the border of Bangladesh, where they sought refuge. Through his account, Rofique sheds light on the hardships endured by thousands of Rohingya people who have been displaced by conflict and persecution. Produced by Dev Kumar Sunuwar (Sunuwar) Interviewee: Mohammed Rofique (Rohingya) Music: 'Rememeber your children' by Salidummay, used with permission.' 'Burn your village to the ground', by The Haluci Nation, used with permission.

“More of the church is committed to their immigrant neighbours than the media or politicians would like the public to believe.” (Myal Green, from the episode) Myal Greene (president and CEO of World Relief) joins host Mark Labberton to discuss the global humanitarian crises, refugee resettlement, and the church's responsibility to respond with courage and compassion. From Rwanda's post-genocide reconciliation following 1994 to the 2025 dismantling of humanitarian aid and refugee programs in the US, Greene shares how his personal faith journey fuels his leadership amid historic humanitarian upheaval. Rooted in Scripture and the global moral witness of the church, Greene challenges listeners to imagine a more faithful Christian response to suffering—one that refuses to turn away from the world's most vulnerable. Despite the current political polarization and rising fragility of moral consensus, Greene calls on the church to step into its biblical role: speaking truth to power, welcoming the stranger, standing with the oppressed, and embodying the love of Christ in tangible, courageous ways. Episode Highlights “Inherently, reconciliation of people who have done the worst things imaginable to you is not a human thing.” “To truly be a follower of Christ, you can't be completely for a politician or completely for a political party.” “What we've seen is that more of the church is committed to their immigrant neighbours than the media or politicians would like the public to believe.” “The challenge for pastors is: How do I talk about this issue without losing my job or splitting my congregation?” “If we're failing to define our neighbour expansively—as Christ did—we're always going to get it wrong.” Helpful Links and Resources World Relief Open Doors World Watch List 2025 2024 Lifeway Research on Evangelicals & Immigration PEPFAR Program – US Department of State National Association of Evangelicals Rich Christians in an Age of Hunger, by Ron Sider Good News About Injustice, by Gary Haugen Walking with the Poor, by Bryant Myers About Myal Greene Myal Greene has a deep desire to see churches worldwide equipped, empowered, and engaged in meeting the needs of vulnerable families in their communities. In 2021, he became president and CEO after serving for fourteen years with the organization. While living in Rwanda for eight years, he developed World Relief's innovative church-based programming model that is currently used in nine countries. He also spent six years in leadership roles within the international programs division. He has previous experience working with the US government. He holds a BS in finance from Lehigh University and an MA from Fuller Theological Seminary in global leadership. He and his wife Sharon have three children. Show Notes Myal Greene's call to faith-rooted leadership in alleviating poverty Greene's path from Capitol Hill to World Relief, shaped by his conversion in his twenties and a deepening conviction about God's heart for the poor “God was working in me and instilling a deep understanding of his heart for the poor.” Rich Christians in an Age of Hunger, by Ron Sider Good News About Injustice, by Gary Haugen Walking with the Poor, by Bryant Myers Psalm 31:7–8: “I'll be glad and rejoice for you have seen my troubles and you've seen the affliction of my soul, but you've not turned me over to the enemy. You've set me in a safe place.” “ Not only will God transform your life, but what it means to actually have experienced that and to feel that and to make that a very real personal experience.” 2007 in Rwanda Rwanda's one-hundred-day memorial period for the 1994 genocide “The effects of the genocide were always there. You wouldn't be able to see it, but it was always there.” Gacaca courts (system of transitional justice to handle the numerous legal cases following the 1994 genocide). “People would come and talk about what happened. … The attempts at apology, the attempts at reconciliation were powerful.” ”There are so many stories from Rwanda of true reconciliation where people have forgiven the people who've killed their family members or have forgiven people who've done terrible things to them.” ”How did the Gachacha courts see an interweaving or not of Christian faith in the process of the acts of forgiveness?” The church's role: “The hard part and the amazing part of Rwanda is that reconciliation is deeply connected to individual cases.” “Inherently, reconciliation of people who have done the worst things imaginable to you is not a human thing.” World Relief's Legacy & Mission Founded in 1944 at Park Street Church, Boston, in response to World War II European displacement. “Feeding 180,000 people a day in Korea during the Korean War.” “We boldly engage the world's greatest crises in partnership with the church.” The global displacement crisis Over 122 million forcibly displaced people worldwide—up from under 40 million in 2007 (a fourfold increase) “A handful of the most fragile nations of the world are experiencing extreme violence, fragility, rising poverty, the effects of climate change, and people are being forced to flee and put into d desperate situations.” “The generosity of the country is not being seen at a time when people in crisis face the greatest need.” World Relief is “one of ten refugee resettlement agencies, and we have been a refugee resettlement agency partnering with the US government since 1980 to do the work of welcoming refugees who come to this country. And we've partnered with every presidential administration since Jimmy Carter to do this work and have, have done so proudly.” Trump's immigration and refugee resettlement policies Refugee resettlement has been halted since January 20, 2025—an estimated one thousand people per month left unwelcomed “At a time when people experiencing crisis are facing the greatest need, the generosity of the country is not being seen.” 120,000 refugees were welcomed in 2024. “We expected around 12,000” in 2025. “Should Christian organizations receive federal funding?” Cuts to federal humanitarian funding USAID interruptions directly affect food, health, and medical services in fragile states like Sudan, Haiti, and DRC. On PEPFAR: HIV-AIDS specific program established by George W. Bush PEPFAR: “25 million lives have been saved … now it's among the casualties.” “Have these [federal cuts to humanitarian aid] increased philanthropic giving or has philanthropic giving dropped almost as a mirror of the government policy change?” Church response and misconceptions How should we manage uncertainty? When to use one's voice to speak truth to power? “Polling shows evangelicals overwhelmingly support refugee resettlement—even Trump voters.” “Over 70 percent of evangelicals believe the US has a moral responsibility to welcome refugees to this country. Sixty-eight percent of of evangelicals voted for Trump agree with that statement as well.” Lifeway Research found only 9 percent of evangelicals cite the Bible or their pastor as their main source on immigration. “It would sit uncomfortably to any pastor if that were true about any other major issue.” “Pastors find themselves in this difficult place where they're trying to figure out, ‘How do I talk about this issue without losing my job and splitting my congregation?'” ”The dissonance between the way the press represents evangelical opinions about immigration” “Whether the church's voice has enough authority to be able to actually affect people's real time decisions about how they live in the world” “To be a truly a follower of Christ, you can't be completely for a politician or completely for a political party because then you put that ahead of your faith in Christ.” “You have to be able to have that freedom to disagree with the leader or the party.” “A dog with a bone in his mouth can't bark. … I think that that's where we find ourself as a church right now. We want certain victories through political means, and we're willing to sacrifice our moral authority in order to get those. And I think that that's, that's a very dangerous place to be in as a church.” How Lifeway Research approaches their understanding of “evangelical Christian” “What is the authority of the church, and how is it exercising or failing to exercise its voice right now?” Hope for a compassionate church “The real movement happens when the church unites and uses its voice.” “One in twelve Christians in America will either be deported or live with someone who is subject to deportation.” Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment magazine and Fuller Seminary.

What does progress mean when you start life as a refugee?In this heartfelt episode, Snapchat's MENA VP Hussein Freijeh opens up about building what his father and grandfather never had.We talk about fatherhood, the pressure to succeed, why he nearly lost his job in Big Tech, and how he's now mentoring others to find the path he once had to figure out alone.He also shares his vision for Snap as a platform that embraces simplicity, authenticity and creativity. 

Football players at a tournament in Perth are doing more than just score goals - they're building bridges between cultures and shining a light on the strength of Western Australia's refugee communities. Held during Refugee Week, the Freedom Cup unites players from refugee backgrounds and government agencies, in a celebration of resilience, connection and belonging. SBS has been talking to one player who fled war-torn Ukraine with his wife, and found hope, healing and community. - Футболисты на турнире в Перте не просто забивают голы — они наводят мосты между культурами и демонстрируют силу беженцев Западной Австралии. Кубок Свободы, проводимый во время Недели беженцев, объединяет игроков-беженцев и правительственные организации в праздновании стойкости, связи и принадлежности. SBS поговорили с украинским игроком, который вместе со своей женой нашел в Австралии надежду, исцеление и общину.

Hindi lang mga goal ang binibida ng mga football player sa isang paligsahan sa Perth kundi ang pagkakaisa ng mga kultura at ang lakas ng komunidad ng mga refugee sa Western Australia.

What does it take to truly show up for refugees—especially when language, culture, and broken systems stand in the way?In this episode of The Lasting Change Podcast, we explore how real change happens when we move beyond surface-level help and into long-term relationships. You'll hear practical insight on bridging cultural gaps, collaborating across organizations, and showing up with humility in spaces where trust must be earned.Whether you're already involved in refugee ministry or wondering how to start, this conversation will challenge and equip you to build the kind of trust that truly transforms lives—yours included.

Football players at a tournament in Perth are doing more than just score goals - they're building bridges between cultures and shining a light on the strength of Western Australia's refugee communities. Held during Refugee Week, the Freedom Cup unites players from refugee backgrounds and government agencies, in a celebration of resilience, connection and belonging. SBS has been talking to one player who fled war-torn Ukraine with his wife, and found hope, healing and community.

[39:59] In this insightful and timely episode, host Greg Gazin delves into the realities of the refugee experience with accomplished entrepreneur, advocate and author, Dalton T. Sirmans. They unpack the common myths and misconceptions surrounding refugees, moving beyond the headlines to reveal stories of incredible resilience, ingenuity, and significant economic contribution. Dalton introduces the core message of his book, "The Refugee Advantage," highlighting the remarkable strengths and hidden potential of those forced to flee their homes. Dalton shares his personal journey from the fintech industry to becoming a passionate advocate for refugee empowerment, a path that led him to at 60, pursue a Master's in International Relations at Harvard University to better understand the global challenges of displacement. He discusses the work of his firm, Amplio Ventures, which invests in refugee-led businesses and aims to create remote work opportunities for those in camps. Throughout the conversation, Dalton provides powerful examples and statistics that counter the narrative of refugees as a burden. He shares inspiring stories taken from his book of refugee entrepreneurs who have achieved remarkable success, including: Andrew Ly, a Vietnamese refugee who, along with his brothers, reimagined a corner coffee shop the Sugar Bowl Bakery, now one of the largest Asian-owned bakeries in the United States. The Haddad Family, Syrian refugees in Canada who started the internationally recognized chocolate company, "Peace by Chocolate," becoming a major employer in their new community of Antigonish, Nova Scotia. "JB," a former gymnast from Central Asia who, after becoming a Christian, facing persecution and imprisonment, built a successful set of gyms in Texas. TesfaMichael Yohannes's twin daughters, who fled Eritrea and later founded the successful 2•4•1 Cosmetics company, featured on Oprah's Favourite Things. Dalton explains that refugees often possess unique entrepreneurial qualities honed by their experiences, such as profound resilience, resourcefulness, and a refusal to accept failure. Statistics from a 2005-2019 U.S. study are shared, indicating that refugees contribute billions to the economy and become net-positive taxpayers faster than any other immigrant group. The conversation also touches on the quiet, yet significant, social and cultural impacts refugees have on the communities where they resettle, like in Clarkston, Georgia, known as the most diverse square mile in America. Dalton T. Sirmans is an accomplished entrepreneur, author, and advocate for refugee empowerment. He co-founded Amplio Ventures, an investment firm supporting refugee-led businesses, and previously served as the CEO of Main Street Technologies. He holds a Master of Liberal Arts in International Relations from Harvard University and is the author of The Refugee Advantage, a book that blends research and storytelling to highlight the resilience and contributions of refugees. To learn more about these inspiring stories and the research behind them, visit TheRefugeeAdvantage.com where you can pre-order Dalton's book, The Refugee Advantage. Dalton lives in Palm Coast, Florida, where he lives with his wife Margie. He can be reached at Dalton@AmplioVentures.com.  

Football players at a tournament in Perth are doing more than just score goals - they're building bridges between cultures and shining a light on the strength of Western Australia's refugee communities. Held during Refugee Week, the Freedom Cup unites players from refugee backgrounds and government agencies, in a celebration of resilience, connection and belonging. SBS has been talking to one player who fled war-torn Ukraine with his wife, and found hope, healing and community. - شهر پرت، پایتخت ایالت استرالیای غربی، میزبان مسابقاتی است که پناهندگان را از جوامع مختلف دور هم جمع می‌کند تا با به نمایش گذاشتن توانایی‌های خود در میدان فوتبال، بین فرهنگ‌های شان پل بزنند. در این گزارش به سرگذشت یکی از بازیکنان جام آزادی می‌پردازیم که از کشورش به وسیله جنگ آواره شده است.

In this powerful episode of The Danielle K. White Show, Danielle sits down with transformational coach and wellness expert Karina Safarova Rudeva, whose story is nothing short of miraculous. Just three years ago, Karina arrived in the U.S. as a refugee with only a suitcase and a dream. Today, she's coaching high-level clients, connecting with influential leaders like Tim Storey and Donald Trump, and proving that mindset truly is everything.Karina opens up about losing everything, finding gratitude through adversity, and the spiritual journey that shaped her unwavering belief in progress over perfection. From her deep dives into retreats with Joe Dispenza to building custom transformation protocols for men and women, Karina's story is proof that when you live with purpose, generosity, and authenticity, anything is possible.This episode will challenge your limiting beliefs, inspire massive action, and remind you that your story isn't over, it's just getting started.Follow Us on InstagramDanielle K White Danielle K White Show Karina Safarova

Today, we're looking at Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree recusing himself from files related to two Sri Lankan terror groups in an effort to reduce any apparent conflicts of interest. Plus, Canada set a new record for asylum claims in 2024, with the country receiving the fourth most claims of any nation last year. And finally, five years after a wooden sarcophagus was set up around a statue of Canada's first prime minister, Sir John A. Macdonald, at the Ontario legislature, the tomb has been removed.

Oceans summit biodiversity czar warns over lack of ambitionDisplacement doubles while funding shrinks, warns refugee agency Atomic watchdog says Iran not complying with nuclear safeguards 

This Week in Oklahoma Politics, KOSU's Michael Cross talks with Republican Political Consultant Neva Hill and Civic Leader Andy Moore about Governor Stitt picking a new leader for the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse, the state's sweeping immigration law remains on hold after a federal judge's ruling and Attorney General Gentner Drummond calls for the removal of refugees from Afghanistan.The trio also discusses the resignation of Epic Virtual Charter School's superintendent amid cuts and the Heartland Flyer looks to end service on or before October First.

When filmmaker Ilie Mitaru first discovered Serbest Salih's Instagram feed, he was struck by the power of the photographs—vivid, intimate images made by children from displaced and marginalized communities across Turkey. These weren't typical snapshots. They revealed a bold visual instinct and emotional clarity that defied the children's limited experience behind the camera. Ilie saw not just compelling photographs, but a powerful story of self-expression—one that urgently needed telling. That story became First Frames, a film that shifts focus away from trauma and instead highlights the playful, curious, and complex inner lives of its young image-makers. Rather than treating the children as passive subjects, Ilie embraced their perspective—amplifying their imaginations and voices. The result is a vibrant, deeply human portrait told through the children's own lenses, reminding us that some of the most resonant stories come from those who are so often overlooked. Resources: Ilie Mitaru First Frames Film Serbest Salih's Instagram Altadena Photographers Support Ibarionex & The Candid Frame Websites Sponsors Charcoal Book Club Frames Magazine Education Resources: Momenta Photographic Workshops Candid Frame Resources Download the free Candid Frame app for your favorite smart device. Click here to download it for . Click here to download Contribute a one-time donation to the show thru Buy Me a Coffee Support the work at The Candid Frame by contributing to our Patreon effort.  You can do this by visiting or the website and clicking on the Patreon button. You can also provide a one-time donation via . You can follow Ibarionex on and .

Bill O'Reilly addresses the allegations of racism against President Trump over his fast tracking the resettlement of white South African refugees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For decades, White South Africans ruled with an iron fist, overseeing the country's apartheid system of racial oppression.Why is President Trump now welcoming them to the United States as victims?John Eligon, the Johannesburg bureau chief for The New York Times, explains how the MAGA movement became obsessed with Afrikaners.Guest: John Eligon, the Johannesburg bureau chief for The New York Times.Background reading: The road to Mr. Trump's embrace of white South Africans.White South Africans granted refugee status by Mr. Trump arrived in the U.S. last week.For more information on today's episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. Photo: Ilan Godfrey for The New York Times Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.