Born in Iran to Afghan refugee parents, Raziye grew up feeling like an outsider. Though Iran was the only country she had ever known, she and her family were never fully accepted — never felt they fully belonged.
Share the Journey — Volunteering is a two-way gift
In 2002, Catholic Charities operated a robust adoption program, offering placement services, home studies, education for prospective parents and stewardship of adoption records.
Share the Journey — A journey rooted in agriculture
Leaving our home was hard, and we struggled a lot. However, a shared community farm plot helped us hold on. My family split what we grew in half — a portion for meals and sending the rest to the market. Agriculture was a source of livelihood for many families and helped people support one another during the conflict.
Share the Journey — A journey in immigration law
I am the child of an immigrant.
I remember being teased as a child in a north Georgia elementary school for having “slanty eyes” and looking different.
Going Back to Go Forward
It wasn’t easy to leave home, but Christian had no choice. Honduras in 2014 was no place for a 16-year-old boy.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
At St. Vincent de Paul Outreach Ministries, our mission begins with meeting basic needs and respecting one’s dignity. That requires trust — and sometimes building trust takes time.
The Work of Welcoming Continues
I have often heard it said that Louisville is a welcoming city.
In fact, Louisville was the second city in the U.S. to become a certified “Welcoming City” for immigrants and refugees by the independent non-profit organization, Welcoming America. More than 150 languages are spoken in our public schools.
From Trauma to Purpose
Donna Simmons’ lived experience is different than most. But the trauma she endured as a child and young adult — the torment she faced for years — has made her who she is today.
Share the Journey — The story of a nursing home advocate
As a child, I didn’t know that I would become an MS warrior. I was the one who fell down the steps, broke bones during backyard kickball games, randomly dropped things or couldn’t walk a straight line. I was the one who got teased for being the “klutz.”
Share the Journey — Interpreting is about more than words
I am a proud Cuban, born and raised in Havana, but my journey to the Language Services Department of Catholic Charities began in the Netherlands. As a biochemistry student there, I never imagined that speaking English would be the way I made my living.
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