Posts Tagged ‘refugees’
Ukraine: our team shares their experience
“This is a completely different situation than we have ever experienced”. Jeffrey Kim, head of Humanitarian Operations for Good Neighbors, brings his perspective on the work during this crisis. The team arrived in Romania on March 3.
Read MoreSupport refugees from Ukraine
As Russia continues the attacks on Ukraine, people are fleeing into neighbouring countries. The need for food, medical aid and shelter is rising dramatically. Good Neighbors has sent a team to the area for emergency relief. Learn more about how you can help.
Read MoreBirch Tree Initiative: supporting newcomers in London
Under our Birch Tree Initiative, we are currently looking for newcomers and refugees in London, Ontario. We are offering the use of our Goods4Causes platform free of charge as an opportunity for people to be involved in the local economy.
Read MoreStuffed animals donated to children
Today, after volunteering at World Tailors, we surprised the women with stuffed animals for their children and grandchildren. The gifts were donated to us.
Read MoreWorld Refugee Day 2019: Good Neighbors Canada creates opportunities to those facing forced displacement
Today is World Refugee Day. It is hard to comprehend the strain of uprooting your family to flee a war zone. Reaching safety is just the start of a long journey to belonging and finding new opportunities.
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