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Violinist Mariela Shaker, who fled Aleppo as a college student, reflects on the war in Syria, the healing power of music, and the contributions refugees make in the countries that welcome them.

Gardeners, community members and volunteers are coming together to create lasting connections in Kent.

During the winter 2016 semester, Joseph Mears worked an intern in Silver Spring with the Intensive Case Management Program. He looks back on his internship and a successful donation drive that helped those most in need.

Lopez has found safety in the United States after seeking refuge from gang violence in Guatemala. He now spends his time doing physical therapy, playing sports, and practicing his English.

Aya was forced to flee her home during the battle to retake the Iraqi city of Mosul from ISIS. Now she's found a safe space at an ̽����ѡ women's center where she can socialize with other girls, and learn skills to help her take control of her future.

For International Women's Day, the ̽����ѡ asked girls in Helowyn camp in Ethiopia to describe what it means “to be a girl.”

Children like 11-year-old Farah who have lived under ISIS rule have often seen things that no child should have to see. The ̽����ѡ provides safe spaces where they can play, learn and recover from emotional trauma.

One of the ̽����ѡ’s goals in resettling refugees is to ensure that youth and adults have high levels of livelihood, literacy, numeracy and social-emotional skills. To that end, volunteers in NJ are currently facilitating English language instruction for refugees resettled in the Elizabeth area.

Divin and Nadine's family's saga illustrates the hardships imposed by the Trump Administration’s policies on refugees as thousands cleared for resettlement remain in limbo.